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<i>There are no days off for the Fort Hays State University Rodeo Team members.</i>

<i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with the new rodeo  head coach Trevor Meier and Dr. Tisa Mason, FHSU president.&nbsp;</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Meet new FHSU Rodeo head coach Trevor Meier" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=ksppm-19b6466-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>There are no days off for the Fort Hays State University Rodeo Team members.</i></p><p><i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with the new rodeo  head coach Trevor Meier and Dr. Tisa Mason, FHSU president.&nbsp;</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Meet new FHSU Rodeo head coach Trevor Meier

<i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the Agiliti expansion and other city incentive requests on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

<i>Please submit your questions for Doug for future interviews to&nbsp;hayspost@eaglemedia.com.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Grow Hays" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=fisfa-19b7e93-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300%22 loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the Agiliti expansion and other city incentive requests on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p><p><i>Please submit your questions for Doug for future interviews to&nbsp;hayspost@eaglemedia.com.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays on Agiliti expansion in Hays

<i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Kris Munsch about his Hays businesses and his latest book.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/V6KIums-K30?si=CW1Zt3a4yQTOeVQJ" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Kris Munsch about his Hays businesses and his latest book.</i></p>

🎤 Forward Ever: Kris Munsch, Hays entrepreneur, author

<i>It's holiday time on The Bricks in Downtown Hays. On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Lee Ann June, executive director, about Trick or Treat on the Bricks on Oct. 31 and the 25th year of Frost Fest.</i>

Trick or Treat on the Bricks is 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 for participating businesses and groups in downtown Hays.&nbsp;

This is the 25th year of the Frost Fest Christmas holiday parade with the theme "Timeless Traditions" on Dec. 7. Entries are available <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepyRYf01QSgB_HmUbYoQQbZneMJ4GbB-4gswHhfGLkEIrVJA/viewform">online</a>.&nbsp;

A new committee was formed in April to come up with ideas for the silver anniversary.

"This was an initiative they thought so important to bring more to downtown Hays from the holiday lighting and decorations to events," said Lee Ann June, executive director. "We have amazing sponsors that are making it possible."

More custom lighting which can be used each year will be added inside the pavilion and throughout the Union Pacific Railroad Park, 10th and Main.&nbsp;

Other "Christmas Magic on Main Street" sponsors will help with new special events, including a holiday movie at The Fox, horse-and-buggy rides throughout downtown, children's activities, and a soup and chili feed for 500 people. All the events are free.&nbsp;

"It's so wonderful to see so many groups come together across Hays and make it a warm holiday season," June said.&nbsp;

The "Jubilee," the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony to kick off the special season, will be on Nov. 29 and include photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their sleigh.&nbsp;

Special coupon sales from downtown businesses will begin Nov. 13, featuring entries for the Downtown Dollars Giveaway.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"We'll have weekends where you get two entry tickets when you shop locally, which we love," June said.&nbsp;

On Dec. 20, $4,000 in Downtown Dollars will be given away.&nbsp;

A special Nov. 7 Chamber Chat with The Chamber in Hays will focus on the downtown holiday events.

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: It's holiday time on The Bricks in Downtown Hays" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=4wtm5-1988648-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>It's holiday time on The Bricks in Downtown Hays. On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Lee Ann June, executive director, about Trick or Treat on the Bricks on Oct. 31 and the 25th year of Frost Fest.</i></p><p>Trick or Treat on the Bricks is 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 for participating businesses and groups in downtown Hays.&nbsp;</p><figure>
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                    </figure><p>This is the 25th year of the Frost Fest Christmas holiday parade with the theme "Timeless Traditions" on Dec. 7. Entries are available <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepyRYf01QSgB_HmUbYoQQbZneMJ4GbB-4gswHhfGLkEIrVJA/viewform">online</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>A new committee was formed in April to come up with ideas for the silver anniversary.</p><figure>
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                    </figure><p>"This was an initiative they thought so important to bring more to downtown Hays from the holiday lighting and decorations to events," said Lee Ann June, executive director. "We have amazing sponsors that are making it possible."</p><p>More custom lighting which can be used each year will be added inside the pavilion and throughout the Union Pacific Railroad Park, 10th and Main.&nbsp;</p><p>Other "Christmas Magic on Main Street" sponsors will help with new special events, including a holiday movie at The Fox, horse-and-buggy rides throughout downtown, children's activities, and a soup and chili feed for 500 people. All the events are free.&nbsp;</p><p>"It's so wonderful to see so many groups come together across Hays and make it a warm holiday season," June said.&nbsp;</p><p>The "Jubilee," the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony to kick off the special season, will be on Nov. 29 and include photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their sleigh.&nbsp;</p><p>Special coupon sales from downtown businesses will begin Nov. 13, featuring entries for the Downtown Dollars Giveaway.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>"We'll have weekends where you get two entry tickets when you shop locally, which we love," June said.&nbsp;</p><p>On Dec. 20, $4,000 in Downtown Dollars will be given away.&nbsp;</p><p>A special Nov. 7 Chamber Chat with The Chamber in Hays will focus on the downtown holiday events.</p>

🎙 It's holiday time on The Bricks in downtown Hays

"The Three Little Pigs" are coming to Hays on Tuesday, Oct. 28. It's a free production by the popular Wichita Children's Theatre in cooperation with the Hays Arts Council. The performance is at 6:30 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp;

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Brenda Meder, director of school programming for the arts council. 

They also discuss the new Block Party on the Bricks on Saturday, Nov. 1. <a href="https://givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy">Tickets</a> for the fundraiser are on sale now.

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                    </figure><p>"The Three Little Pigs" are coming to Hays on Tuesday, Oct. 28. It's a free production by the popular Wichita Children's Theatre in cooperation with the Hays Arts Council. The performance is at 6:30 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp;</p><p>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Brenda Meder, director of school programming for the arts council. </p><p>They also discuss the new Block Party on the Bricks on Saturday, Nov. 1. <a href="https://givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy">Tickets</a> for the fundraiser are on sale now.</p><figure>
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🎙 Post Podcast: Free production of 'The Three Little Pigs' on Oct. 28 with Hays Arts Council  

<i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about a new housing development on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Grow Hays" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=bytwb-19a23f5-pb&square=1&share=1&d… loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about a new housing development on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p><p><i>Please submit your questions for Doug for future interviews to&nbsp;hayspost@eaglemedia.com.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays on new housing

<i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about how to be motivated with Jessica Phelan, an assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Hays Post Podcast: How to motivate yourself" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=kkg8k-1996205-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about how to be motivated with Jessica Phelan, an assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance.</i></p>

🎙 Hays Post Podcast: How to motivate yourself

The items are arriving fast and furious for the Eagle On-Line Auction at Hays Post.

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Bid now on an expansive collection ranging from home essentials to tantalizing restaurant gift cards, and valuable services from esteemed local companies and save.

 Whether you're seeking something specific or just browsing for unexpected finds, our vast selection promises both variety and value. 

The Eagle Radio online auction — where saving money is just a click away!

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                    </figure><p>The items are arriving fast and furious for the Eagle On-Line Auction at Hays Post.</p><p>&nbsp;If you would like to get in on the action of this year’s online auction, click on the link below.&nbsp;</p><p>Dive into a digital treasure trove of savings with the Eagle Radio Online Auction!</p><p><a href="https://hayspost.com/pages/eagle-radio-auction-descriptions-of-items">Click here&nbsp;to get registered, view items and bid.</a></p><p>Bid now on an expansive collection ranging from home essentials to tantalizing restaurant gift cards, and valuable services from esteemed local companies and save.</p><p> Whether you're seeking something specific or just browsing for unexpected finds, our vast selection promises both variety and value. </p><h2>The Eagle Radio online auction — where saving money is just a click away!</h2>

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On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about fall crop pests and diseases with Stacy Campbell, Cottonwood Extension District agriculture agent.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Fall crop diseases and pests with agriculture agent Stacy Campbell" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=9dyfp-19961f7-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about fall crop pests and diseases with Stacy Campbell, Cottonwood Extension District agriculture agent.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Fall crop diseases and pests with agriculture agent Stacy Campbell

<i>It's a busy fall season for the Fort Hays State University Alumni Office. On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Kim Cebula, alumni director, who has a review of Homecoming 2025 and looks ahead to events and activities coming up.&nbsp;</i>

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🎙 Post Podcast: FHSU Alumni Office fall activities

<i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Monique Koerner and Karissa Frasier of the Cottonwood Extension District about the health benefits of walking, eating a Mediterranean diet, and free help available during the Part D Open Enrollment period.&nbsp;&nbsp;</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Programs for your health, financial wellness from Cottonwood Extension District" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=3n7t5-1989f5a-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Monique Koerner and Karissa Frasier of the Cottonwood Extension District about the health benefits of walking, eating a Mediterranean diet, and free help available during the Part D Open Enrollment period.&nbsp;&nbsp;</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Programs for your health, financial wellness from Cottonwood Extension District

<i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Doug Johnson, director of public relations at Colby Community College.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kGCZmedzLxI?si=FqGcWnI-47c05bjx" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Doug Johnson, director of public relations at Colby Community College.</i></p>

🎤 Forward Ever: Doug Johnson of Colby Community College

<i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Gene Stramel of Insurance Planning about Medicare Part D and C open enrollment on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

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🎙 Post Podcast: Insurance Planning on Medicare Part D, C open enrollment

<i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Jennifer Hecker, director of Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about domestic violence prevention and Domestic Violence Awareness Month on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

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 </div><p><i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Jennifer Hecker, director of Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about domestic violence prevention and Domestic Violence Awareness Month on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Options on safety from domestic violence and awareness month activities

<i>Jeff Leiker speaks with Crisy Crough of Hays USD 489 about the education foundation's upcoming fundraising auction on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: USD 489 Update" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=cej3a-198284d-pb&square=1&share=1&d… loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Jeff Leiker speaks with Crisy Crough of Hays USD 489 about the education foundation's upcoming fundraising auction on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: USD 489 Auction

<b>By CRISTINA JANNEY<br></b><i>Hays Post</i>

<a href="https://7brew.com/">7Brew</a> will be opening a new coffee shop at the former location of Long John Silver's and A&amp;W in Hays.

Doug Williams, Grow Hays executive director, confirmed the business opening on the Morning Blend on KAYS on Friday.

The footings are being laid at the site. Williams said the company uses prefabricated buildings, so the construction process should go quickly.

7Brew offers drive-through coffee service as well as a menu of other beverages. Other beverages include energy drinks, smoothies, tea, shakes and lemonade, according to its website.

The company has been in business since 2017, with its first store in Arkansas.&nbsp;

"7 Brew is so much more than just a coffee stand. It’s the concept of cultivating kindness and joy with every drink – through our service, speed, quality, energy and atmosphere," according to its website.

Williams said the new store is an excellent transition for that location.

Williams further discussed other redevelopment projects along the Vine Street corridor on the Morning Show.

Some of these have included Club Liquor, America Shooters, Credit Union of America at the former Love's location, the new Cerv's building, Tommy's Car Wash, Auto Zone at the former Firestone building and The Breaks.

The construction on Cerv's new building is almost complete, and Williams said he anticipates an opening near Nov. 1.

The former Rodeway Inn on north Vine is set for abatement by the city, but Williams said the owner of the property is trying to arrange for demolition before the city is forced to take action.

Williams said that should be a prime spot for development once the former motel is demolished.

He said there are also still lots behind 24/7 on north Vine, where the former Ambassador hotel was, that could be developed.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/68c83702-3486-4109-b74f-2a7ee851a4fe">Grow Hays is still working to build a retail development north of Home Depot.</a> He said he could not release the names of the stores at this time.

"There's a lot happening on the Vine Street corridor," he said.

Several lots north of Walmart are for sale and could be purchased for retail development, Williams.

"Activity generates activity," he said. "That's why I am excited by the Brew7 and Cervs. 

"When one person starts doing something, it can spur someone else to say, 'Clearly these people are willing to make a significant investment. It must make sense.' It's validation sometimes for them to do something."

Williams said Grow Hays continues to work with Big Creek Crossing, but indoor malls are challenging because reconfiguring existing space can be expensive.

"Some tenants are not willing to go into malls," he said. "Traditional shopping malls like we have here are a tough deal. All over the country, you see them closing, being torn down and being repurposed. I hope that doesn't happen here."

Williams said he still hopes someone will take over and reopen the former AMC movie theater at Big Creek Crossing. He said he thought Hays is large enough to support a theater.

Williams said downtown retail and food service continue to be strong. Downtown Hays doesn't have many empty buildings.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6c57b304-7633-42d9-b663-9ae7a99cfa68">Kat's Halmark has announced it is closing</a>, but Williams said Grow Hays has spoken to several businesses about possibly going into that downtown building.

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Grow Hays - Brew7" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=mg6he-1982857-pb&square=1&share=1&d… loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><b>By CRISTINA JANNEY<br></b><i>Hays Post</i></p><p><a href="https://7brew.com/">7Brew</a> will be opening a new coffee shop at the former location of Long John Silver's and A&amp;W in Hays.</p><p>Doug Williams, Grow Hays executive director, confirmed the business opening on the Morning Blend on KAYS on Friday.</p><p>The footings are being laid at the site. Williams said the company uses prefabricated buildings, so the construction process should go quickly.</p><p>7Brew offers drive-through coffee service as well as a menu of other beverages. Other beverages include energy drinks, smoothies, tea, shakes and lemonade, according to its website.</p><p>The company has been in business since 2017, with its first store in Arkansas.&nbsp;</p><p>"7 Brew is so much more than just a coffee stand. It’s the concept of cultivating kindness and joy with every drink – through our service, speed, quality, energy and atmosphere," according to its website.</p><p>Williams said the new store is an excellent transition for that location.</p><p>Williams further discussed other redevelopment projects along the Vine Street corridor on the Morning Show.</p><p>Some of these have included Club Liquor, America Shooters, Credit Union of America at the former Love's location, the new Cerv's building, Tommy's Car Wash, Auto Zone at the former Firestone building and The Breaks.</p><p>The construction on Cerv's new building is almost complete, and Williams said he anticipates an opening near Nov. 1.</p><p>The former Rodeway Inn on north Vine is set for abatement by the city, but Williams said the owner of the property is trying to arrange for demolition before the city is forced to take action.</p><p>Williams said that should be a prime spot for development once the former motel is demolished.</p><p>He said there are also still lots behind 24/7 on north Vine, where the former Ambassador hotel was, that could be developed.</p><p><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/68c83702-3486-4109-b74f-2a7ee851a4fe">Grow Hays is still working to build a retail development north of Home Depot.</a> He said he could not release the names of the stores at this time.</p><p>"There's a lot happening on the Vine Street corridor," he said.</p><p>Several lots north of Walmart are for sale and could be purchased for retail development, Williams.</p><p>"Activity generates activity," he said. "That's why I am excited by the Brew7 and Cervs. </p><p>"When one person starts doing something, it can spur someone else to say, 'Clearly these people are willing to make a significant investment. It must make sense.' It's validation sometimes for them to do something."</p><p>Williams said Grow Hays continues to work with Big Creek Crossing, but indoor malls are challenging because reconfiguring existing space can be expensive.</p><p>"Some tenants are not willing to go into malls," he said. "Traditional shopping malls like we have here are a tough deal. All over the country, you see them closing, being torn down and being repurposed. I hope that doesn't happen here."</p><p>Williams said he still hopes someone will take over and reopen the former AMC movie theater at Big Creek Crossing. He said he thought Hays is large enough to support a theater.</p><p>Williams said downtown retail and food service continue to be strong. Downtown Hays doesn't have many empty buildings.</p><p><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6c57b304-7633-42d9-b663-9ae7a99cfa68">Kat's Halmark has announced it is closing</a>, but Williams said Grow Hays has spoken to several businesses about possibly going into that downtown building.</p>

🎙 7Brew to open in Hays; Williams gives retail update

<i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Craig Poe, executive director of High Plains Mental Health Center.</i>

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/h-cTv_0oVHQ?si=pr23bgbQC84JHaPx" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with Craig Poe, executive director of High Plains Mental Health Center.</i></p>

🎤 Forward Ever: Craig Poe of High Plains Mental Health Center

<i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman talks with&nbsp;Stephanie Hislop of Girls on the Run.</i>

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🎤 Forward Ever: Stephanie Hislop of Girls on the Run

<i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Tony Guerrero speaks with Kim Cebula, Fort Hays State alumni director, and Megan Purinton, Fort Hays State director of events, about the university's homecoming weekend.</i>

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🎙 Post Podcast: FHSU homecoming kicks off today

<i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Dr. Jessica Phelan, asst. professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about behavior changes to improve your health.</i>

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Making behavior changes to improve your health" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=42iv4-196bc8b-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Dr. Jessica Phelan, asst. professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about behavior changes to improve your health.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Making behavior changes to improve your health

Some kids who have been riding the bus to the school will no longer be eligible when students move into the new Hays Middle School building on 13th Street.

The former high school building is being remodeled to house the middle school. Students and staff are set to move to the new location in January.

To be eligible for transportation, students must live at least 2.5 miles from their school. If students live closer, the school district can't receive state funding for those transportation costs.

Russ&nbsp;Henningsen, transportation director, said 23 students will no longer qualify for bus transportation when the school moves.

However, some students who did not qualify for transportation when the school was at 201 W. 29th will qualify for transportation when the school relocates to 13th Street.

Henningsen said about 300 middle school students will qualify to ride the bus when the school moves.

However, Henningsen said not all students who qualify ride the bus. He said about 200 students now qualify to ride the bus, but only about half of them take advantage of the service.

Henningsen was asked if the district had enough buses to accommodate that many students. He said the district does not have enough buses to add any routes at this time. The district also lacks sufficient bus drivers to add new routes.

He said the district adjusts routes every year.

Superintendent Ron Wilson said anyone interested in applying to be a bus driver can contact the district. Drivers must have a commercial driver's license and undergo additional safety training.

Henningsen said all middle school families have been notified of the transportation changes.

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                    </figure><div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Busing eligibility to change when Hays Middle School moves to 13th Street" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=szpfb-1972f2a-pb&square=1&share=1&d… loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><b>By CRISTINA JANNEY<br></b><i>Hays Post</i></p><p>Some kids who have been riding the bus to the school will no longer be eligible when students move into the new Hays Middle School building on 13th Street.</p><p>The former high school building is being remodeled to house the middle school. Students and staff are set to move to the new location in January.</p><p>To be eligible for transportation, students must live at least 2.5 miles from their school. If students live closer, the school district can't receive state funding for those transportation costs.</p><p>Russ&nbsp;Henningsen, transportation director, said 23 students will no longer qualify for bus transportation when the school moves.</p><p>However, some students who did not qualify for transportation when the school was at 201 W. 29th will qualify for transportation when the school relocates to 13th Street.</p><p>Henningsen said about 300 middle school students will qualify to ride the bus when the school moves.</p><p>However, Henningsen said not all students who qualify ride the bus. He said about 200 students now qualify to ride the bus, but only about half of them take advantage of the service.</p><p>Henningsen was asked if the district had enough buses to accommodate that many students. He said the district does not have enough buses to add any routes at this time. The district also lacks sufficient bus drivers to add new routes.</p><p>He said the district adjusts routes every year.</p><p>Superintendent Ron Wilson said anyone interested in applying to be a bus driver can contact the district. Drivers must have a commercial driver's license and undergo additional safety training.</p><p>Henningsen said all middle school families have been notified of the transportation changes.</p>

🎙 Busing eligibility to change when Hays Middle School moves to 13th Street

<i>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.</i>

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

<i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about&nbsp; the Network Kansas ECommunity Loan program on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

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 </div><p><i>Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about&nbsp; the Network Kansas ECommunity Loan program on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p><p><i>Please submit your questions for Doug for future interviews to&nbsp;hayspost@eaglemedia.com.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays  on ECommunity loan program

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