On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Sarah Meitner, Heartland Community Foundation executive director about February Match Month, during which donations are tripled.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: February is Match Month for Heartland Community Foundation" 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=hbfja-17f581a-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, Becky Kiser talks with Sarah Meitner, Heartland Community Foundation executive director about February Match Month, during which donations are tripled.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: February is Match Month for Heartland Community Foundation 

The City of Victoria is requesting that no vehicles be parked along the west side of Cathedral Street within the city limits of Victoria. This request is made in an effort to assist snow removal crews in their duties.

City of Russell crews are preparing for a winter storm with 6 to 8 inches of snow expected from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

Emergency Snow Routes -A Declaration of Emergency Snow Routes is in effect.

Parking on designated Emergency Snow Routes is prohibited. Vehicles left on these routes may be towed at the owner’s expense.

 Crews will keep Emergency Snow Routes top priority• Once those roads are clear, crews will move to other priority areas (See map for priority areas)

 Follow our social media and sign up for Notify Me at www.russellcity.org for updates• 

If possible, move vehicles off residential streets to help with effective snow removal

• Consider waiting to shovel driveways until plows have passed to avoid extra work. #doubleshovelSanitation 

Services -Crews will make every effort to provide sanitation services, but please understand delays may occur.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739323009421.jpeg" alt="Hays snow routes" />
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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739323056886.jpeg" alt="City of Ellis snow routes" />
                        <figcaption>City of Ellis snow routes</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>The City of Victoria is requesting that no vehicles be parked along the west side of Cathedral Street within the city limits of Victoria. This request is made in an effort to assist snow removal crews in their duties.</p><figure>
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                    </figure><p>City of Russell crews are preparing for a winter storm with 6 to 8 inches of snow expected from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.</p><p>Emergency Snow Routes -A Declaration of Emergency Snow Routes is in effect.</p><p>Parking on designated Emergency Snow Routes is prohibited. Vehicles left on these routes may be towed at the owner’s expense.</p><p><b>Snow Removal Priorities</b></p><p> Crews will keep Emergency Snow Routes top priority• Once those roads are clear, crews will move to other priority areas (See map for priority areas)</p><p><b>Stay Informed</b></p><p> Follow our social media and sign up for Notify Me at www.russellcity.org for updates• </p><p>If possible, move vehicles off residential streets to help with effective snow removal</p><p>• Consider waiting to shovel driveways until plows have passed to avoid extra work. #doubleshovelSanitation </p><p>Services -Crews will make every effort to provide sanitation services, but please understand delays may occur.</p>

 🎙 Post Podcast: Snow routes Hays, Ellis, Victoria, Russell

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcasts, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about the upcoming Western Kansas congressional delegation's trip to Washington, D.C., in April with Sarah Wasinger, of the Chamber in Hays, and Ernestor De La Rosa, ITC Great Plains regional manager of local government and community affairs, the presenting sponsor for the event.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Western Kansas congressional delegation trip to Washington, D.C." 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=g777c-17f191a-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 Podcasts, news reporter Becky Kiser talks about the upcoming Western Kansas congressional delegation's trip to Washington, D.C., in April with Sarah Wasinger, of the Chamber in Hays, and Ernestor De La Rosa, ITC Great Plains regional manager of local government and community affairs, the presenting sponsor for the event.</p>

 🎙Post Podcast: Western Kan. delegation trip to Washington, D.C. 

<i>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the recent Heartland Community Foundation Solutions Summit on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i>

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/bc061cf6-69bd-4fe7-94f4-bf49403ecfea">SEE RELATED STORY: Solutions Summit: Ellis County needs to tell its story better</a>

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Grow Hays on Solutions Summit Meeting" 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=mkagb-17ece22-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>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the recent Heartland Community Foundation Solutions Summit on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.</i></p><p><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/bc061cf6-69bd-4fe7-94f4-bf49403ecfea">SEE RELATED STORY: Solutions Summit: Ellis County needs to tell its story better</a></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays discusses Solutions Summit

Forward Ever: Kansas Secretary of Labor Amber Shultz

Victor E. Tiger is 25 years old and the Fort Hays State University mascot's birthday is being celebrated during February.

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser visits with Janette Meis, communications specialist/event planner in the FHSU president's office, along with Scott Cason, chief communications officer.

For 25 years, FHSU spirit has infused athletic and other events with the help of one special character, Victor E. Tiger. During the next month, FHSU will celebrate the 25th birthday of its iconic mascot with a slate of events sure to please Tiger fans of any age.

• Feb. 7, 10-10:30 a.m. Hays Public Library, children’s story time room. Pre-K children can start their day with a tiger-themed story time and an opportunity to meet Victor E. Tiger.

• Feb. 8, 2 and 4 p.m. FHSU basketball games, Gross Memorial Coliseum. Former Victor E. Tiger mascot DJ Dawna will entertain the audience with her famous jams.

• Feb. 15, 10:00 a.m.-Noon. Walmart Supercenter - in front of the Tiger Spirit Store. Victor E. Tiger Autograph and Photo Opportunity

• Feb. 19, 2-4 p.m. FHSU Makerspace - Picken Hall 102. Stop at the Makerspace to laser-cut a tiger-themed birthday card for Victor.

• Feb. 22. FHSU Basketball Game. Gross Memorial Coliseum. Victor E. Tiger’s official Big Birthday Bash.

o Face painting<br>o Tiger tattoos<br>o Make a birthday hat<br>o Photos with Victor E. Tiger<br>o Special treats<br>o Games, crafts, and more

• 2 p.m. FHSU Women’s Basketball Game vs. Pittsburg State with special birthday halftime presentation

• 3-4 p.m. Free birthday activities (see list above)

• 4 p.m. FHSU Men’s Basketball Game vs. Pittsburg State

• Feb. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Defiance Downtown. Tiger Trivia Night. Join the FHSU History Club for a tiger and mascot-themed trivia night, with a special appearance by Victor E. Tiger.

• Feb. 20, 3-4 p.m. Memorial Union - Stouffer Lounge. History of Victor E. panel. Learn about the history of the tiger mascot and the origin story of Victor E. Tiger with panelists FHSU President Emeritus Dr. Edward Hammond, former Victor E. Mascot Larry Dreiling, and FHSU Art Director Scott Gross. Instruction and Outreach Librarian Cyndi Landis at Forsyth Library will moderate the panel. Refreshments provided. 

FHSU Online is hosting a contest for online students to create a birthday card for Victor’s 25th Birthday. To enter the contest, draw, paint, design, or craft a card to be delivered in the mail by February 20th. Mail your birthday card to FHSU Online, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601. All cards in the contest will be displayed at the big birthday celebration on February 22. Prizes will be awarded to the top five card designs. 

Monday, February 17 – Monday, February 24 Online at Tiger2Tiger. Test your knowledge of tigers and mascots and FHSU history with this online trivia game. Learn about Victor’s background along the way. 

 Larry Dreiling Online Exhibit at <a href="https://scholars.fhsu.edu/tiger_tales/">https://scholars.fhsu.edu/tiger_tales/</a>. Watch an oral history of ‘80 and ‘85 alum Larry Dreiling as he discusses his time serving as the tiger mascot and why he continues to support the mascot’s efforts to spread FHSU pride. 

More information about Victor E. Tiger’s birthday events is available at:<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/president/tiger-birthday/"> https://www.fhsu.edu/president/tiger-birthday/</a>.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Victor E. Tiger celebrates his 25th birthday" 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=q592s-17eb14a-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><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738175139663.png" alt="FHSU" />
                        <figcaption>FHSU</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Victor E. Tiger is 25 years old and the Fort Hays State University mascot's birthday is being celebrated during February.</p><p>On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser visits with Janette Meis, communications specialist/event planner in the FHSU president's office, along with Scott Cason, chief communications officer.</p><p><i>FHSU University Communications</i></p><p>For 25 years, FHSU spirit has infused athletic and other events with the help of one special character, Victor E. Tiger. During the next month, FHSU will celebrate the 25th birthday of its iconic mascot with a slate of events sure to please Tiger fans of any age.</p><p>• Feb. 7, 10-10:30 a.m. Hays Public Library, children’s story time room. Pre-K children can start their day with a tiger-themed story time and an opportunity to meet Victor E. Tiger.</p><p>• Feb. 8, 2 and 4 p.m. FHSU basketball games, Gross Memorial Coliseum. Former Victor E. Tiger mascot DJ Dawna will entertain the audience with her famous jams.</p><p>• Feb. 15, 10:00 a.m.-Noon. Walmart Supercenter - in front of the Tiger Spirit Store. Victor E. Tiger Autograph and Photo Opportunity</p><p>• Feb. 19, 2-4 p.m. FHSU Makerspace - Picken Hall 102. Stop at the Makerspace to laser-cut a tiger-themed birthday card for Victor.</p><p>• Feb. 22. FHSU Basketball Game. Gross Memorial Coliseum. Victor E. Tiger’s official Big Birthday Bash.</p><p>• 1-2 p.m. free birthday activities</p><p>o Face painting<br>o Tiger tattoos<br>o Make a birthday hat<br>o Photos with Victor E. Tiger<br>o Special treats<br>o Games, crafts, and more</p><p>• 2 p.m. FHSU Women’s Basketball Game vs. Pittsburg State with special birthday halftime presentation</p><p>• 3-4 p.m. Free birthday activities (see list above)</p><p>• 4 p.m. FHSU Men’s Basketball Game vs. Pittsburg State</p><p>• Feb. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Defiance Downtown. Tiger Trivia Night. Join the FHSU History Club for a tiger and mascot-themed trivia night, with a special appearance by Victor E. Tiger.</p><p>• Feb. 20, 3-4 p.m. Memorial Union - Stouffer Lounge. History of Victor E. panel. Learn about the history of the tiger mascot and the origin story of Victor E. Tiger with panelists FHSU President Emeritus Dr. Edward Hammond, former Victor E. Mascot Larry Dreiling, and FHSU Art Director Scott Gross. Instruction and Outreach Librarian Cyndi Landis at Forsyth Library will moderate the panel. Refreshments provided. </p><p><b>ONLINE EVENTS</b></p><p><b>Birthday Card Contest </b></p><p>FHSU Online is hosting a contest for online students to create a birthday card for Victor’s 25th Birthday. To enter the contest, draw, paint, design, or craft a card to be delivered in the mail by February 20th. Mail your birthday card to FHSU Online, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601. All cards in the contest will be displayed at the big birthday celebration on February 22. Prizes will be awarded to the top five card designs. </p><p><b>Mascot Trivia Game</b></p><p>Monday, February 17 – Monday, February 24 Online at Tiger2Tiger. Test your knowledge of tigers and mascots and FHSU history with this online trivia game. Learn about Victor’s background along the way. </p><p><b>Tiger Tales</b></p><p> Larry Dreiling Online Exhibit at <a href="https://scholars.fhsu.edu/tiger_tales/">https://scholars.fhsu.edu/tiger_tales/</a>. Watch an oral history of ‘80 and ‘85 alum Larry Dreiling as he discusses his time serving as the tiger mascot and why he continues to support the mascot’s efforts to spread FHSU pride. </p><p>More information about Victor E. Tiger’s birthday events is available at:<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/president/tiger-birthday/"> https://www.fhsu.edu/president/tiger-birthday/</a>.</p>

🎙 Victor E. Tiger celebrates his 25th birthday 

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Julie Ryder, executive director of the Downtown Hays Development Corporation about upcoming events, and the internship available for the position of downtown market manager.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Downtown Hays February events and activities" 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=sb9gd-17e7454-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 with Julie Ryder, executive director of the Downtown Hays Development Corporation about upcoming events, and the internship available for the position of downtown market manager.&nbsp;</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Downtown Hays February events, activities

<i>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the effects of the availability of water in Hays on the future of economic growth.</i>

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Grow Hays, Water Use in Business" 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=ssbhi-17dd90c-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>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the effects of the availability of water in Hays on the future of economic growth.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays discusses water, community growth

Podcast: Kansas history in celebration on Kansas Day

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Erica Berges, United Way of Ellis County executive director about the second annual Dueling Pianos fundraiser on Sat., Feb. 8 at the Ellis County Fairgrounds, Hays.

It's an unforgettable night of music, food, drinks and a Valentine-themed silent auction, all while supporting vital local programs that promote youth opportunity, a healthy community, financial security, and resiliency of Ellis County residents.&nbsp;

Grab your tickets at: <a href="http://liveunited.harnessgiving.org/events/2308">http://liveunited.harnessgiving.org/events/2308</a>

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Dueling Pianos fundraiser for United Way" 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=v6dbw-17d5f96-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, Becky Kiser talks with Erica Berges, United Way of Ellis County executive director about the second annual Dueling Pianos fundraiser on Sat., Feb. 8 at the Ellis County Fairgrounds, Hays.</p><p>It's an unforgettable night of music, food, drinks and a Valentine-themed silent auction, all while supporting vital local programs that promote youth opportunity, a healthy community, financial security, and resiliency of Ellis County residents.&nbsp;</p><p>Grab your tickets at: <a href="http://liveunited.harnessgiving.org/events/2308">http://liveunited.harnessgiving.org/events/2308</a></p>

🎙Post Podcast: Dueling Pianos fundraiser for United Way 

<i>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the e-Community loan program.</i>

<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=3rb4f-17c6658-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>Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the e-Community loan program.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays discusses e-Community loans

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Ellis County Historical Society Executive Director Amanda Rupp about the upcoming annual meeting, which is open to the public.

Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the newly renovated museum building in Hays, 100 W. 7th.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Ellis Co. Historical Society annual meeting & museum renovation" 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=f4p8z-17c2506-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, Becky Kiser talks with Ellis County Historical Society Executive Director Amanda Rupp about the upcoming annual meeting, which is open to the public.</p><p>Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the newly renovated museum building in Hays, 100 W. 7th.</p>

Post Podcast: Ellis County Historical Society meeting, museum renovation

<i>Cristina Janney speaks with Hays Middle School Principal Tom Albers about student-led conferences and the Room app.</i>

<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=6dbxc-17c4ced-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>Cristina Janney speaks with Hays Middle School Principal Tom Albers about student-led conferences and the Room app.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Hays Middle School student-led conferences

<i>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with former Hays High student Dylan Dreiling, now of the Texas Rangers.</i>

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4hlHXt1uv7M?si=P2Mw279SkNSgjeQ8" 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 speaks with former Hays High student Dylan Dreiling, now of the Texas Rangers.</i></p>

🎤 Forward Ever: Dylan Dreiling of Texas Rangers

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Hays Arts Council Executive Director Brenda Meder about the 5-State Photography Exhibition still on display and looks ahead to the Creative Writing and Famous Figures contests for Ellis County students.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Spring events planned at Hays Arts Council" 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=bn73q-17b20c8-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, Becky Kiser talks with Hays Arts Council Executive Director Brenda Meder about the 5-State Photography Exhibition still on display and looks ahead to the Creative Writing and Famous Figures contests for Ellis County students.&nbsp;</p>

🎙Post Podcast: Spring events planned at Hays Arts Council

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Jessica Phelan, assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about regulation of dietary supplements.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Do you really need food supplements and are they safe?" 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=sm9wf-17b3b6d-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, Becky Kiser talks with Jessica Phelan, assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about regulation of dietary supplements.</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Do you really need food supplements, are they safe?

<i>Cristina Janney speaks with Jennifer Hecker and Anniston Weber of Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services about the warning signs of relationship violence in teens and having difficult conversations with your kids about dating.</i>

<div><iframe title="Options: Teen Dating Violence" 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=uiebp-17ae6f0-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>Cristina Janney speaks with Jennifer Hecker and Anniston Weber of Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services about the warning signs of relationship violence in teens and having difficult conversations with your kids about dating.</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Options discusses teen dating violence

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser visits with Sarah Meitner, executive director of the Heartland Community Foundation about estate planning and legacy giving. They also have a preview of February's Match Month in conjunction with the Dane G. Hansen Foundation of Logan.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Hays Post Podcast: Heartland Community Foundation is going the whole 9 yards" 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=qmrvv-17ae70c-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, Becky Kiser visits with Sarah Meitner, executive director of the Heartland Community Foundation about estate planning and legacy giving. They also have a preview of February's Match Month in conjunction with the Dane G. Hansen Foundation of Logan.&nbsp;</p>

🎙 Hays Post Podcast: Heartland Community Foundation going whole 9 yards

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, Becky Kiser talks with Julie Ryder, Downtown Hays&nbsp; Development Corporation executive director, about the effects of the recent winter storm on downtown Hays businesses and then looks ahead to the planning of key events coming up.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Downtown Hays retailers feel winter weather's wrath" 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=bk5db-17ae6d2-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, Becky Kiser talks with Julie Ryder, Downtown Hays&nbsp; Development Corporation executive director, about the effects of the recent winter storm on downtown Hays businesses and then looks ahead to the planning of key events coming up.</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Downtown Hays retailers feel winter weather's wrath

Sandra Hickert of the Hays Virtual School shares some of the school's successes and how students of all ages can return to school to earn their high school diplomas.

<div><iframe title="USD 489: Hays Virtual School" 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=5miyy-17a725a-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>Sandra Hickert of the Hays Virtual School shares some of the school's successes and how students of all ages can return to school to earn their high school diplomas.</p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Sandra Hickert shares successes of the Hays Virtual School

<i>On this episode of the&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>, Doug Williams discusses the Grow Hays Housing Rehabilitation Program with Hays Post reporter Cristina Janney.&nbsp; &nbsp;</i>

<div><iframe title="Grow Hays: Housing Rehabilitation Program" 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=2s6py-17a7234-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&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>, Doug Williams discusses the Grow Hays Housing Rehabilitation Program with Hays Post reporter Cristina Janney.&nbsp; &nbsp;</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams discusses Housing Rehabilitation Program

<i>On this episode of the <a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>, Doug Williams discusses his outlook for Grow Hays for 2025 with Hays Post reporter Cristina Janney.&nbsp; &nbsp;</i>

<div><iframe title="Grow Hays: Doug Williams Discusses Plans for 2025" 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=r9hka-17966a0-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 <a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>, Doug Williams discusses his outlook for Grow Hays for 2025 with Hays Post reporter Cristina Janney.&nbsp; &nbsp;</i></p>

🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams discusses Grow Hays outlook for 2025

<i>On this episode of the Post Podcast, Hays Post reporter Becky Kiser speaks with Jessica Phelan, assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about numerous health benefits of vegetables in our diets.&nbsp;</i>

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: Vegetables. Love 'em or hate 'em, they're great for you." allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=8c6x7-178070f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><i>On this episode of the Post Podcast, Hays Post reporter Becky Kiser speaks with Jessica Phelan, assistant professor in the Fort Hays State University Department of Health and Human Performance about numerous health benefits of vegetables in our diets.&nbsp;</i></p>