By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar reopened its doors with a fresh community-focused vision.

The Chamber in Hays hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to mark the new chapter for Breaks under its new owner, Brent Lang.

"Everything we make here is made from scratch. All of our sauces and sandwiches... It's something I don't think you're going to find anywhere else in town," Lang said.

Breaks will also be offering all-day promotions Friday with food and drink specials. Deals include $16 beer buckets (five beers), $24.99 whiskey flights, $4 Prosecco, buy-one-get-one-free on select menu items and half-price wings.

"As far as the wings go, I'm excited for my special hot sauce blend. It's called Brent's Bonfire. It's a spicy Parmesan."

Breaks’ relaunch features a refreshed menu, longer hours and reduced prices. Lang highlighted food favorites like prime sandwiches, Philly cheesesteak and French dip.

"Breakfast burritos. I personally love it, but I'd say it's probably the most undervalued with the quality ingredients we put in there," Lang said.

Lang said Breaks is well-staffed, but he is continually seeking bartenders, as the restaurant is now open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., every day, for both food and bar services.

Other menu items include avocado toast, classic French toast, fluffy pancakes, omelets, breakfast burgers, and a variety of salads and pastas.

Lang said <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/catering/tbd-3203-vine-street">Breaks offers off-site catering</a> along with a banquet room that seats up to 250, in addition to the dining room, which holds about 185.

“I'm constantly working every day. I've spent a lot of hours here. I'm very dedicated to this because I love customer service and I want the customer to get the best experience," Lang said.

You can follow the restaurant on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/breakseatery">Facebook</a>&nbsp;and visit its website <a href="https://breakseatery.com/">here</a>.

Before Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar hit Vine Street in May 2024, the location was Whisky Creek, a fixture in Hays for almost two decades.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/eddb013b-e9b8-436d-b564-18be1f40c36f">SEE RELATED STORY: Hays Whiskey Creek closes after 18 years, rebrands to Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756928239002.jpeg" alt="Brent Lang, Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar owner, preparing to cut a ribbon to celebrate the restaurant's grand reopening in Hays while surrounded by family, staff and community members. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Brent Lang, Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar owner, preparing to cut a ribbon to celebrate the restaurant's grand reopening in Hays while surrounded by family, staff and community members. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostBreaks Eatery &amp; Bar reopened its doors with a fresh community-focused vision.The Chamber in Hays hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to mark the new chapter for Breaks under its new owner, Brent Lang."Everything we make here is made from scratch. All of our sauces and sandwiches... It's something I don't think you're going to find anywhere else in town," Lang said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756931175854.jpeg" alt="Seating area of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Seating area of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756931205743.jpeg" alt="Seating area of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Seating area of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Breaks will also be offering all-day promotions Friday with food and drink specials. Deals include $16 beer buckets (five beers), $24.99 whiskey flights, $4 Prosecco, buy-one-get-one-free on select menu items and half-price wings."As far as the wings go, I'm excited for my special hot sauce blend. It's called Brent's Bonfire. It's a spicy Parmesan."Breaks’ relaunch features a refreshed menu, longer hours and reduced prices. Lang highlighted food favorites like prime sandwiches, Philly cheesesteak and French dip."Breakfast burritos. I personally love it, but I'd say it's probably the most undervalued with the quality ingredients we put in there," Lang said.Lang said Breaks is well-staffed, but he is continually seeking bartenders, as the restaurant is now open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., every day, for both food and bar services.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756931243022.jpeg" alt="The bar counter of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>The bar counter of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Other menu items include avocado toast, classic French toast, fluffy pancakes, omelets, breakfast burgers, and a variety of salads and pastas.Lang said <a href="https://www.toasttab.com/catering/tbd-3203-vine-street">Breaks offers off-site catering</a> along with a banquet room that seats up to 250, in addition to the dining room, which holds about 185.“I'm constantly working every day. I've spent a lot of hours here. I'm very dedicated to this because I love customer service and I want the customer to get the best experience," Lang said.You can follow the restaurant on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/breakseatery">Facebook</a>&nbsp;and visit its website <a href="https://breakseatery.com/">here</a>.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756928289184.jpeg" alt="The front of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>The front of Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar in Hays. Photo by Tony Guerrero/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Before Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar hit Vine Street in May 2024, the location was Whisky Creek, a fixture in Hays for almost two decades.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/eddb013b-e9b8-436d-b564-18be1f40c36f">SEE RELATED STORY: Hays Whiskey Creek closes after 18 years, rebrands to Breaks Eatery &amp; Bar</a>

Breaks Eatery & Bar reopens in Hays; celebration continues Friday

By LINN ANN HUNTINGTON Special to Hays Post

Kansans for Life is bringing a traveling memorial exhibit to Hays on Monday, Sept. 22, and is seeking volunteers to help with the event that day.

Father Andy Hammeke, chaplain at Comeau Catholic Campus Center in Hays, said in a news release that about 50 volunteers are needed. The exhibit, called “Aftermath,” will have 19,467 models of babies on display.

This was the number of babies aborted in Kansas in 2023, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Vital Statistics Report, which was published in December 2024, the most recent report available. This number represents a 58 percent increase from 2022 and a 148 percent increase from 2021, according to the report.

The exhibit will be on display at the Hays Downtown Pavilion, 117 E. 10th St., from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 22.

“Sometimes when we hear how many abortions have taken place, the&nbsp;number is hard to comprehend.&nbsp; But a good image can help make the numbers strike&nbsp;closer to home,” Hammeke said.&nbsp;“These won't be bloody images or images of dead babies.&nbsp; Simply lots and lots of baby&nbsp;models.”&nbsp;The exhibit is suitable for fifth graders and older, he said.

The exhibit will also provide pro-life information, including resources for women who have had an abortion. In addition to Hays, the exhibit will be traveling to 11 other Kansas cities.

According to the website, volunteers are needed to help set up and take down the exhibit, greet visitors, and staff the information table. Volunteers may get more information and sign up at <a href="https://aftermathks.com/">aftermathks.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756913406071.png" alt="Kansans For Life" />
 <figcaption>Kansans For Life</figcaption>
 </figure>By LINN ANN HUNTINGTON Special to Hays Post Kansans for Life is bringing a traveling memorial exhibit to Hays on Monday, Sept. 22, and is seeking volunteers to help with the event that day.Father Andy Hammeke, chaplain at Comeau Catholic Campus Center in Hays, said in a news release that about 50 volunteers are needed. The exhibit, called “Aftermath,” will have 19,467 models of babies on display.This was the number of babies aborted in Kansas in 2023, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Vital Statistics Report, which was published in December 2024, the most recent report available. This number represents a 58 percent increase from 2022 and a 148 percent increase from 2021, according to the report.The exhibit will be on display at the Hays Downtown Pavilion, 117 E. 10th St., from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 22.“Sometimes when we hear how many abortions have taken place, the&nbsp;number is hard to comprehend.&nbsp; But a good image can help make the numbers strike&nbsp;closer to home,” Hammeke said.&nbsp;“These won't be bloody images or images of dead babies.&nbsp; Simply lots and lots of baby&nbsp;models.”&nbsp;The exhibit is suitable for fifth graders and older, he said.The exhibit will also provide pro-life information, including resources for women who have had an abortion. In addition to Hays, the exhibit will be traveling to 11 other Kansas cities.According to the website, volunteers are needed to help set up and take down the exhibit, greet visitors, and staff the information table. Volunteers may get more information and sign up at <a href="https://aftermathks.com/">aftermathks.com</a>.

Kansans for Life seeks volunteers for event coming to Hays

Fort Hays State University Communications

The Kansas Wetlands Education Center’s (KWEC) 12th annual Butterfly Festival will be held on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Each year, millions of monarch butterflies undertake their annual fall flight to Mexico. Nets and tags will be available during the event for those who want to capture and tag monarch butterflies.

Participants head out into the flower-filled fields and shelter belt around KWEC to capture monarchs, with tagging leaders stationed along the trail to help with the tagging process. For the past several years, monarchs tagged at the event were recovered at three Mexico roost sites.

On the way to Mexico, data collected from tagged monarchs helps support the research of Monarch Watch. Tagging helps answer questions about the origins of monarchs that reach Mexico, the timing and pace of migration, mortality during the migration, and changes in geographic distribution.

Egg. Larva. Pupa. Butterfly. That's magic!&nbsp;Steve Craig will have a butterfly magic show that makes learning this basic science fun using magic, puppets, and humor. The Butterfly Magic show is designed for family audiences - enjoy the metamorphosis at shows at 9:30, 10:30, and 11:15 a.m. Make sure to claim free tickets on your arrival at the festival.

Larned-based Kellie Honey Farm will be present with a demonstration hive on display in the exhibit hall to educate about the importance of honeybees.

Grassland Groupies, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring the conservation of grassland ecosystems, will be at the festival. Depending on the availability of insects, they may have their Bumblebutt Petting Station, an all-male (so they won't sting), bumble bee interaction display, or a walk-in butterfly tent.

KWEC will also feature an invertebrate zoo, with giant walking stick insects, butterflies, caterpillars, chrysalises, fluorescing scorpions, a tarantula, and more.

Kids can make a butterfly tealight lantern at the craft station and a monarch butterfly rest stop to assist the butterflies migrating through your own backyard. Race through a pollinator obstacle course and earn a temporary butterfly tattoo. Use a sling shot to shoot seed bombs full of potential pollinator blooms out into our prairie and take home your own packet of seeds.

Explore the Melody Marsh, an interactive play area in the KWEC Pollinator Garden. The garden provides wildflower planting ideas to use at home and features a variety of native and adaptable plants that serve as hosts for different species of caterpillars and provide nectar sources for pollinators, including butterflies, birds, beetles, and more.

Pollinator seed packets will be available for free until they run out.

Partnering with the Kansas Wetlands Education Center and the annual Butterfly Festival, the Central Kansas Partnership's Suicide Prevention Task Force Walk and Remembrance Ceremony will occur early in the morning at 7:15 a.m. to ensure it is completed by the time the festival is set to begin.

Each individual will be able to write the loved one's name on a painted butterfly to stake in the ground during the festival for attendees to see. The task force will also have a booth during the festival, sharing information on suicide prevention.

For more information, contact KWEC at 1-877-243-9268 or visit: <a href="https://wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu/">wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1756911044172.jpeg" alt="Kansas Wetlands Education Center&nbsp;Butterfly Festival. File photo by KWEC" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Wetlands Education Center&nbsp;Butterfly Festival. File photo by KWEC</figcaption>
 </figure>Fort Hays State University CommunicationsThe Kansas Wetlands Education Center’s (KWEC) 12th annual Butterfly Festival will be held on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.Each year, millions of monarch butterflies undertake their annual fall flight to Mexico. Nets and tags will be available during the event for those who want to capture and tag monarch butterflies.Participants head out into the flower-filled fields and shelter belt around KWEC to capture monarchs, with tagging leaders stationed along the trail to help with the tagging process. For the past several years, monarchs tagged at the event were recovered at three Mexico roost sites.On the way to Mexico, data collected from tagged monarchs helps support the research of Monarch Watch. Tagging helps answer questions about the origins of monarchs that reach Mexico, the timing and pace of migration, mortality during the migration, and changes in geographic distribution.Egg. Larva. Pupa. Butterfly. That's magic!&nbsp;Steve Craig will have a butterfly magic show that makes learning this basic science fun using magic, puppets, and humor. The Butterfly Magic show is designed for family audiences - enjoy the metamorphosis at shows at 9:30, 10:30, and 11:15 a.m. Make sure to claim free tickets on your arrival at the festival.Larned-based Kellie Honey Farm will be present with a demonstration hive on display in the exhibit hall to educate about the importance of honeybees.Grassland Groupies, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring the conservation of grassland ecosystems, will be at the festival. Depending on the availability of insects, they may have their Bumblebutt Petting Station, an all-male (so they won't sting), bumble bee interaction display, or a walk-in butterfly tent.KWEC will also feature an invertebrate zoo, with giant walking stick insects, butterflies, caterpillars, chrysalises, fluorescing scorpions, a tarantula, and more.Kids can make a butterfly tealight lantern at the craft station and a monarch butterfly rest stop to assist the butterflies migrating through your own backyard. Race through a pollinator obstacle course and earn a temporary butterfly tattoo. Use a sling shot to shoot seed bombs full of potential pollinator blooms out into our prairie and take home your own packet of seeds.Explore the Melody Marsh, an interactive play area in the KWEC Pollinator Garden. The garden provides wildflower planting ideas to use at home and features a variety of native and adaptable plants that serve as hosts for different species of caterpillars and provide nectar sources for pollinators, including butterflies, birds, beetles, and more.Pollinator seed packets will be available for free until they run out.Partnering with the Kansas Wetlands Education Center and the annual Butterfly Festival, the Central Kansas Partnership's Suicide Prevention Task Force Walk and Remembrance Ceremony will occur early in the morning at 7:15 a.m. to ensure it is completed by the time the festival is set to begin.Each individual will be able to write the loved one's name on a painted butterfly to stake in the ground during the festival for attendees to see. The task force will also have a booth during the festival, sharing information on suicide prevention. For more information, contact KWEC at 1-877-243-9268 or visit: <a href="https://wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu/">wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu</a>.

Annual Butterfly Festival set for Sept. 20 at Kansas Wetlands Education Center 

By KAREN MADORIN Hays Post

Kevin Costner’s character Ray in Field of Dreams listened to a mysterious voice repeating, “If you build it, they will come.” 

Against others’ advice, that farmer sacrificed a cornfield to construct a baseball diamond in the middle of Iowa farm country. If you watched this film, you know Shoeless Joe Jackson, members of the banned 1919 Black Sox team, and others show up to play some spirited baseball.

I love that concept. If you listen to good advice and prepare, adventure begins. In my case, the result wasn’t mystical, but it was rewarding. 

An insect-loving biologist advised me to garden not only to produce food but also to support butterflies. I’d written previously about adding rows of dill and fennel to my garden. Through her encouragement, I took another step—I interspersed flowers and herbs.

I planted fennel and dill amongst zinnias, larkspur, Indian blanket, bachelor buttons, and marigolds. Over the summer, a visitor would ask about that that ferny-looking stuff that smells like licorice.

Friends also remarked on dill thriving in that flowerbed.

“ Yes, that’s dill. No, not making pickles. I’m growing butterflies.”

Yes. Specifically, swallowtails. Their caterpillars devour dill, parsley, and fennel. Each spring either stunning yellow and black winged or black highlighted with blue and yellow winged creatures sipped nectar from lilacs, lilies, roses, and other summer blossoms. Then they mated and produced eggs. 

Because I followed my friend’s advice and planted to attract more brilliant-colored pollinators, I counted scores of funny looking caterpillars hatching from that summer’s efforts.

When gardeners provide host plants, adult female swallowtails lay yellow eggs on the leaves. After incubating, these tiny deposits hatch into segmented creatures dressed in vivid green adorned by yellow, black, and white stripes, dots, and dashes. 

This developmental stage camouflages pillowy caterpillars from voracious birds, but humans can easily spot these summer residents munching lacy leaves. If you don’t see them, you’ll know they’re busy digesting when you notice healthy poopers dotting soil and landscape rocks beneath garden greenery.

Before that year’s experiment, I was happy to see two or three ugly bugs in clown dress each summer. After adding additional fennel, parsley, and dill plants, I counted growing numbers of puffy, segmented caterpillars chomping foliage. One memorable morning, I counted more than two score of these future butterflies gobbling fennel fronds.

Blessings require patience, so I waited—and waited—and waited to watch these caterpillars transition into pupas. 

Despite researching the process, I wasn’t sure how this worked. I didn’t understand how these insects moved from feasting grounds to the site where they’d morph into a neutral-colored chrysalis. This was a live and learn lesson. Then I waited through fall and winter before seeing butterflies emerge and fill the sky as temperatures warmed and yards greened.

Not every egg that made it to caterpillar stage survived transitioning to a butterfly. Despite those losses, vivid yellow and black swallowtails pirouetted above my front flowerbed that following spring. All that fennel, parsley, and dill multiplied as well, so the current homeowners will enjoy butterflies forever more.

Karen Madorin is a retired teacher, writer, photographer, outdoors lover, and sixth-generation Kansan.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1756478831200.jpeg" alt="Caterpillars. Photo by Karen Madorin" />
 <figcaption>Caterpillars. Photo by Karen Madorin</figcaption>
 </figure>By KAREN MADORIN Hays PostKevin Costner’s character Ray in Field of Dreams listened to a mysterious voice repeating, “If you build it, they will come.” Against others’ advice, that farmer sacrificed a cornfield to construct a baseball diamond in the middle of Iowa farm country. If you watched this film, you know Shoeless Joe Jackson, members of the banned 1919 Black Sox team, and others show up to play some spirited baseball.I love that concept. If you listen to good advice and prepare, adventure begins. In my case, the result wasn’t mystical, but it was rewarding. An insect-loving biologist advised me to garden not only to produce food but also to support butterflies. I’d written previously about adding rows of dill and fennel to my garden. Through her encouragement, I took another step—I interspersed flowers and herbs.I planted fennel and dill amongst zinnias, larkspur, Indian blanket, bachelor buttons, and marigolds. Over the summer, a visitor would ask about that that ferny-looking stuff that smells like licorice.“That’s fennel.”Friends also remarked on dill thriving in that flowerbed.“ Yes, that’s dill. No, not making pickles. I’m growing butterflies.”“Butterflies?”Yes. Specifically, swallowtails. Their caterpillars devour dill, parsley, and fennel. Each spring either stunning yellow and black winged or black highlighted with blue and yellow winged creatures sipped nectar from lilacs, lilies, roses, and other summer blossoms. Then they mated and produced eggs. Because I followed my friend’s advice and planted to attract more brilliant-colored pollinators, I counted scores of funny looking caterpillars hatching from that summer’s efforts.When gardeners provide host plants, adult female swallowtails lay yellow eggs on the leaves. After incubating, these tiny deposits hatch into segmented creatures dressed in vivid green adorned by yellow, black, and white stripes, dots, and dashes. This developmental stage camouflages pillowy caterpillars from voracious birds, but humans can easily spot these summer residents munching lacy leaves. If you don’t see them, you’ll know they’re busy digesting when you notice healthy poopers dotting soil and landscape rocks beneath garden greenery.Before that year’s experiment, I was happy to see two or three ugly bugs in clown dress each summer. After adding additional fennel, parsley, and dill plants, I counted growing numbers of puffy, segmented caterpillars chomping foliage. One memorable morning, I counted more than two score of these future butterflies gobbling fennel fronds.Blessings require patience, so I waited—and waited—and waited to watch these caterpillars transition into pupas. Despite researching the process, I wasn’t sure how this worked. I didn’t understand how these insects moved from feasting grounds to the site where they’d morph into a neutral-colored chrysalis. This was a live and learn lesson. Then I waited through fall and winter before seeing butterflies emerge and fill the sky as temperatures warmed and yards greened.Not every egg that made it to caterpillar stage survived transitioning to a butterfly. Despite those losses, vivid yellow and black swallowtails pirouetted above my front flowerbed that following spring. All that fennel, parsley, and dill multiplied as well, so the current homeowners will enjoy butterflies forever more.Karen Madorin is a retired teacher, writer, photographer, outdoors lover, and sixth-generation Kansan.

MADORIN: If you plant it, they will come

First Care Clinic, Hays, is proud to announce it has been recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) with six prestigious Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges, honoring the clinic’s commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

HRSA annually reviews the performance data of health centers across the United States to highlight organizations that meet or exceed its goals in categories of special focus, including quality, access, and health information technology, using data from the Uniform Data System (UDS). In August, HRSA awarded Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges for excellence in clinical quality to nearly 1,000 health centers across the country.

HRSA awarded First Care Clinic with the following badges:

Health Center Quality Leader – Gold Badge, which is awarded to health centers that rank among the top 10% of all centers nationwide in overall clinical quality performance. This prestigious recognition reflects excellence across a broad range of care measures, from chronic disease management to preventive services, and demonstrates a deep commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Earning the Gold Badge showcases First Care Clinic’s dedication to achieving outstanding outcomes and setting a standard of excellence in the community.

Heart Health, which recognizes health centers that demonstrate outstanding performance in clinical quality measures related to heart health, including screening patients for tobacco use and offering help to quit, preventing heart disease, using the proper medications to improve heart health, and helping patients control high blood pressure.

Diabetes Health, which recognizes health centers that demonstrate exceptional performance in caring for patients with diabetes. This award highlights organizations that meet or exceed key clinical quality measures, such as helping patients maintain healthy blood sugar levels through effective management, education, and support. It reflects First Care Clinic’s strong commitment to improving health outcomes, reducing complications, and empowering individuals to live healthier lives with diabetes.

Cancer Screening, which honors health centers that excel in providing timely and comprehensive cancer screenings for their patients. This recognition reflects a commitment to early detection and prevention by meeting or surpassing national targets for screenings such as cervical, breast, and colorectal cancer. It showcases the organization’s dedication to proactive care, improving survival rates, and promoting healthier communities through life-saving preventive services.

Preventative Health, which recognizes health centers that excel in delivering a wide range of preventive care services to help patients stay healthy and avoid serious illnesses. This distinction is awarded to organizations that meet or exceed national goals for screenings, immunizations, and other proactive health measures. It highlights a strong commitment to keeping communities well through early intervention, education, and comprehensive preventive care.

Improving Health Care Access, which recognizes health centers that have increased the total number of patients and the number of patients receiving comprehensive services – including mental health, substance&nbsp;use disorder, dental, and other services – by at least 5% between calendar year 2024 and 2025, the two most recent UDS reporting periods.

"Our mission at First Care Clinic is to provide access to compassionate, quality care for all. Anyone who has trusted their care to us has come to know that we live our mission every day,” said First Care Clinic CEO, Eric Flax.

 “Being consistently recognized, year after year, for providing quality care to our patients is just one example of that commitment to our patients and the health of our community. We take pride in the work we do, and we consider it a privilege to meet the needs of our patients. At First Care Clinic, you get first class care," Flax said.

First Care Clinic remains committed to advancing healthcare quality, expanding access, and improving the overall health of the communities it serves.

“These recognitions from HRSA reflect more than just numbers on a report—they represent healthier patients, earlier detection of disease, and improved quality of life for the people we serve,” said Dr. Christine Fisher, medical director at First Care Clinic. “Our team’s commitment to evidence-based care, prevention, and patient education is at the heart of everything we do. These awards are proof that when we work together—with our patients and our community—we can truly make a difference.”

HRSA-funded health centers, which include First Care Clinic, provide comprehensive, whole-person primary health services at more than 16,000 service sites nationwide to 1 in 8 children, 1 in 5 rural residents, and 1 in 15 adults 65 and older. Information about badge recipients can be found on an online dashboard at <a href="https://www.hrsa.gov/">hrsa.gov</a>.

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 at 785-621-4990.

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 </figure>First Care ClinicFirst Care Clinic, Hays, is proud to announce it has been recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) with six prestigious Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges, honoring the clinic’s commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.HRSA annually reviews the performance data of health centers across the United States to highlight organizations that meet or exceed its goals in categories of special focus, including quality, access, and health information technology, using data from the Uniform Data System (UDS). In August, HRSA awarded Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges for excellence in clinical quality to nearly 1,000 health centers across the country.HRSA awarded First Care Clinic with the following badges:Health Center Quality Leader – Gold Badge, which is awarded to health centers that rank among the top 10% of all centers nationwide in overall clinical quality performance. This prestigious recognition reflects excellence across a broad range of care measures, from chronic disease management to preventive services, and demonstrates a deep commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Earning the Gold Badge showcases First Care Clinic’s dedication to achieving outstanding outcomes and setting a standard of excellence in the community.Heart Health, which recognizes health centers that demonstrate outstanding performance in clinical quality measures related to heart health, including screening patients for tobacco use and offering help to quit, preventing heart disease, using the proper medications to improve heart health, and helping patients control high blood pressure.Diabetes Health, which recognizes health centers that demonstrate exceptional performance in caring for patients with diabetes. This award highlights organizations that meet or exceed key clinical quality measures, such as helping patients maintain healthy blood sugar levels through effective management, education, and support. It reflects First Care Clinic’s strong commitment to improving health outcomes, reducing complications, and empowering individuals to live healthier lives with diabetes.Cancer Screening, which honors health centers that excel in providing timely and comprehensive cancer screenings for their patients. This recognition reflects a commitment to early detection and prevention by meeting or surpassing national targets for screenings such as cervical, breast, and colorectal cancer. It showcases the organization’s dedication to proactive care, improving survival rates, and promoting healthier communities through life-saving preventive services.Preventative Health, which recognizes health centers that excel in delivering a wide range of preventive care services to help patients stay healthy and avoid serious illnesses. This distinction is awarded to organizations that meet or exceed national goals for screenings, immunizations, and other proactive health measures. It highlights a strong commitment to keeping communities well through early intervention, education, and comprehensive preventive care.Improving Health Care Access, which recognizes health centers that have increased the total number of patients and the number of patients receiving comprehensive services – including mental health, substance&nbsp;use disorder, dental, and other services – by at least 5% between calendar year 2024 and 2025, the two most recent UDS reporting periods."Our mission at First Care Clinic is to provide access to compassionate, quality care for all. Anyone who has trusted their care to us has come to know that we live our mission every day,” said First Care Clinic CEO, Eric Flax. “Being consistently recognized, year after year, for providing quality care to our patients is just one example of that commitment to our patients and the health of our community. We take pride in the work we do, and we consider it a privilege to meet the needs of our patients. At First Care Clinic, you get first class care," Flax said.First Care Clinic remains committed to advancing healthcare quality, expanding access, and improving the overall health of the communities it serves.“These recognitions from HRSA reflect more than just numbers on a report—they represent healthier patients, earlier detection of disease, and improved quality of life for the people we serve,” said Dr. Christine Fisher, medical director at First Care Clinic. “Our team’s commitment to evidence-based care, prevention, and patient education is at the heart of everything we do. These awards are proof that when we work together—with our patients and our community—we can truly make a difference.”HRSA-funded health centers, which include First Care Clinic, provide comprehensive, whole-person primary health services at more than 16,000 service sites nationwide to 1 in 8 children, 1 in 5 rural residents, and 1 in 15 adults 65 and older. Information about badge recipients can be found on an online dashboard at <a href="https://www.hrsa.gov/">hrsa.gov</a>.ABOUT FIRST CARE CLINICFirst 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 at 785-621-4990.

Purchase your pass for live action Hays High, TMP sports on Hays Post this season 

Monday - Thursday 11am to 12am Friday &amp; Saturday 11am to 2am Sunday 11am to 10pm

Visit us <a href="https://arcade-11.com/">ONLINE</a>&nbsp;to see our menu, check game selection, or plan an event Follow us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/arcade11bar">FACEBOOK</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arcade11hays/">INSTAGRAM</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@arcade11bar">TIKTOK</a>&nbsp;

🎮🍔&nbsp;Step into the fun at Arcade 11!&nbsp;🍔🎮

The game doesn’t end at the buzzer—it keeps going at&nbsp;Arcade 11, your spot for ridiculously good food, cold drinks, Hays' only self pour tap wall and classic games that bring out the kid in everyone.

🔥&nbsp;Burgers stacked high. Hot dogs with a grown-up twist. Cocktails as colorful as the arcade lights.

From&nbsp;Pac-Man to skeeball, and&nbsp;air hockey to darts, Arcade 11 is where competition meets cravings. Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and bring your A-game.

📍 Located in the heart of&nbsp;downtown Hays, it’s the perfect place before or after the big game—or anytime you’re ready to play, eat, and repeat.

✨&nbsp;Arcade 11&nbsp;—&nbsp;Plays worth replaying. Food worth craving.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yZdY6LgCMeU?si=MQyGoWGIjyRL14fE" 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><h2>201 W. 10th - HAYS</h2><h2>HOURS:</h2>Monday - Thursday 11am to 12am Friday &amp; Saturday 11am to 2am Sunday 11am to 10pmVisit us <a href="https://arcade-11.com/">ONLINE</a>&nbsp;to see our menu, check game selection, or plan an event Follow us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/arcade11bar">FACEBOOK</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arcade11hays/">INSTAGRAM</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@arcade11bar">TIKTOK</a>&nbsp;🎮🍔&nbsp;Step into the fun at Arcade 11!&nbsp;🍔🎮The game doesn’t end at the buzzer—it keeps going at&nbsp;Arcade 11, your spot for ridiculously good food, cold drinks, Hays' only self pour tap wall and classic games that bring out the kid in everyone.🔥&nbsp;Burgers stacked high. Hot dogs with a grown-up twist. Cocktails as colorful as the arcade lights.From&nbsp;Pac-Man to skeeball, and&nbsp;air hockey to darts, Arcade 11 is where competition meets cravings. Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and bring your A-game.📍 Located in the heart of&nbsp;downtown Hays, it’s the perfect place before or after the big game—or anytime you’re ready to play, eat, and repeat.✨&nbsp;Arcade 11&nbsp;—&nbsp;Plays worth replaying. Food worth craving.<figure>
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NEW ORLEANS - The Fort Hays State women's cross country team will open the 2025 season this weekend ranked 26th in the country, announced Wednesday (Sept. 3) by the USTFCCCA with the release of the NCAA Division II Preseason Coaches Poll.

This is the first time in program history that the team has been ranked in the preseason polls. The Tigers were ranked for nearly all of last season, cracking the top 30 after week one before climbing as high as No. 20 by the middle of October.

The Tigers are slotted sixth in the preseason regional rankings behind only two conference opponents. Those rankings correspond with FHSU's finishes at conference and regionals last season when the Tigers placed third at the MIAA Championships and sixth at the Central Region Championships.

Adams State tops the national poll after receiving all eight first-place votes, while two MIAA schools are also listed in No. 12 Pittsburg State and No. 18 Rogers State.

Fort Hays State returns a veteran lineup, including five of the seven runners to finish in the scoring lineup at least once last season. Emily Diercks enters her senior season after winning the MIAA individual Championship last season. She went on to earn All-Region status and earn a spot in the field at the 2024 NCAA Championships where she placed 71st.

Other returners include Emma Weiner and Taylor Hoskinson, who both ranked in FHSU's scoring five in all but one race last season. Ashlyn Harbaugh was in the top five of three races in 2024, while Makenzie Premer finished in FHSU's top five twice.

The Tigers will kick off the season Saturday morning (Sept. 6) when they travel to Wichita, Kan. to compete at the JK Gold Classic. The women's five-kilometer race is slated to begin at 8:30 a.m.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsNEW ORLEANS - The Fort Hays State women's cross country team will open the 2025 season this weekend ranked 26th in the country, announced Wednesday (Sept. 3) by the USTFCCCA with the release of the NCAA Division II Preseason Coaches Poll.This is the first time in program history that the team has been ranked in the preseason polls. The Tigers were ranked for nearly all of last season, cracking the top 30 after week one before climbing as high as No. 20 by the middle of October.The Tigers are slotted sixth in the preseason regional rankings behind only two conference opponents. Those rankings correspond with FHSU's finishes at conference and regionals last season when the Tigers placed third at the MIAA Championships and sixth at the Central Region Championships.Adams State tops the national poll after receiving all eight first-place votes, while two MIAA schools are also listed in No. 12 Pittsburg State and No. 18 Rogers State.Fort Hays State returns a veteran lineup, including five of the seven runners to finish in the scoring lineup at least once last season. Emily Diercks enters her senior season after winning the MIAA individual Championship last season. She went on to earn All-Region status and earn a spot in the field at the 2024 NCAA Championships where she placed 71st.Other returners include Emma Weiner and Taylor Hoskinson, who both ranked in FHSU's scoring five in all but one race last season. Ashlyn Harbaugh was in the top five of three races in 2024, while Makenzie Premer finished in FHSU's top five twice.The Tigers will kick off the season Saturday morning (Sept. 6) when they travel to Wichita, Kan. to compete at the JK Gold Classic. The women's five-kilometer race is slated to begin at 8:30 a.m.

👟 FHSU women's cross county opens season ranked 26th nationally

TMP-Marian (0-0, 0-0 MCL) vs Russell (0-0, 0-0 MCL) Thursday, Sept. 4- 7 p.m. Hays, Kan. – Lewis Field Stadium Radio:&nbsp;KHAZ (99.5)&nbsp;<a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Monarchs Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551745">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

The TMP-Marian Monarchs will host their home opener Thursday night at Lewis Field in Hays.

The Monarchs will welcome to town MCL rival Russell in a special Thursday night game.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Live
coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.

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 </figure>TMP-Marian (0-0, 0-0 MCL) vs Russell (0-0, 0-0 MCL) Thursday, Sept. 4- 7 p.m. Hays, Kan. – Lewis Field Stadium Radio:&nbsp;KHAZ (99.5)&nbsp;<a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> <a href="https://mix103fm.com/"></a>Video:&nbsp;Monarchs Sports Network&nbsp;<a href="https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/2551745">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>The TMP-Marian Monarchs will host their home opener Thursday night at Lewis Field in Hays.The Monarchs will welcome to town MCL rival Russell in a special Thursday night game.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Live
coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.

🏈🎥 TMP opens the season at home against MCL Russell

 City crews will be working to repair a water main break in the 500 block of West 17th Street on Wednesday, Sept. 3.

Please use caution and consider alternate routes if you're traveling through the area. We appreciate your patience as we work to get this repaired quickly.

The City of Hays Water Resources Department apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Water main break repair today in 500 block of W. 17th, Hays

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

Thursday's work session agenda for the Hays City Commission is brief, with just three items, all of which deal with nuisance abatements.

City staff will investigate any improvements before the meeting.

The nuisance abatements are recommended for

• 515 E. 11th • 1716 Douglas Drive • 231 E. 12th

The property owners on Douglas Drive and East 12th have also been cited for inoperable vehicles.

The complete Sept. 4 agenda is available <a href="https://haysusa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09042025-1567">here</a>.

The work session starts at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main.

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Three nuisance abatements to be considered by Hays city commission

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Lee Ann June, executive director of The Bricks in Downtown Hays about upcoming events, including Wines &amp; Steins, Farm to Fork and the Christmas season.

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🎙 Post Podcast: Upcoming events on The Bricks in Downtown Hays

Girl Scout sign-up event set for Thursday in Hays

Celebrate Family Day with Pizza Make & Take in Hays

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Hays Police Department activity log: Aug. 24-30, 2025

Pauline Younker, age 100, of Munjor,
Kansas, passed away August 28, 2025, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas. 

Pauline was born on the family farm
in Park, Kansas, August 23, 1925, to Ben Zimmerman and Mary (Wildeman)
Zimmerman. She married Frank Younker on February 10, 1948, in Park, Kansas. 

She was a member of St. Francis of
Assisi and St. Francis of Assisi Christian Mothers in Munjor, Kansas. In her
spare time she enjoyed gardening, doing word searches, and mostly praying for
her family. Pauline never had a harsh word to anyone and was always kind and
caring.

Pauline is survived by her son,
Darold (Evelyn) Younker, Munjor, KS; grandsons Darold Younker, Jr., Munjor, KS;
granddaughters Dawn(Jerry) Paul, Hays, KS; Heather (Kahl) Schneider, Adair,
IA; great grandsons, Matthew Younker, Quynton Younker,&nbsp; Treyton
Schneider, Daunte Younker;&nbsp; Brexton Schneider, Darius Paul; great
granddaughters Paxton Schneider, Danevaeh Younker; brothers Ralph Zimmerman and
Joe Zimmerman; sister, Angie Hausheer; son in law Myron Schlegel, grandson Ken
Schlegel and granddaughter Lisa Schlegel.

She was preceded in death by her
husband, Frank, her parents; daughter, Carol Schlegel; brothers, John
Zimmerman, Leo Zimmerman, Pete Zimmerman; sisters, Genevieve Stefan, Alberta
Walt; sisters-in-law Helen Zimmerman, Clara Zimmerman; and Cecelia Zimmerman;
brothers in law Al Walt; &nbsp;Myron Hausheer, and Marcus Stefan.

Mass of Christian burial will be
Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
Church, 883 Moscow Street Munjor, Kansas 67601. Viewing and Visitation will be
Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Christian Mothers
Rosary at 6:30 and parish vigil following; &nbsp;and on Saturday from 9:00 AM
until service time all at the church. Interment will follow the funeral
services in the St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery - Munjor.

In lieu of flowers memorials are
suggested to: Masses and/or Munjor Christian Mothers in care of the funeral
chapel.

Services entrusted to: Keithley
Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas
67601.

Memories and words of
comfort may be shared with Pauline's family on her tribute page via:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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Kansas, passed away August 28, 2025, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas. Pauline was born on the family farm
in Park, Kansas, August 23, 1925, to Ben Zimmerman and Mary (Wildeman)
Zimmerman. She married Frank Younker on February 10, 1948, in Park, Kansas. She was a member of St. Francis of
Assisi and St. Francis of Assisi Christian Mothers in Munjor, Kansas. In her
spare time she enjoyed gardening, doing word searches, and mostly praying for
her family. Pauline never had a harsh word to anyone and was always kind and
caring.Pauline is survived by her son,
Darold (Evelyn) Younker, Munjor, KS; grandsons Darold Younker, Jr., Munjor, KS;
granddaughters Dawn(Jerry) Paul, Hays, KS; Heather (Kahl) Schneider, Adair,
IA; great grandsons, Matthew Younker, Quynton Younker,&nbsp; Treyton
Schneider, Daunte Younker;&nbsp; Brexton Schneider, Darius Paul; great
granddaughters Paxton Schneider, Danevaeh Younker; brothers Ralph Zimmerman and
Joe Zimmerman; sister, Angie Hausheer; son in law Myron Schlegel, grandson Ken
Schlegel and granddaughter Lisa Schlegel.She was preceded in death by her
husband, Frank, her parents; daughter, Carol Schlegel; brothers, John
Zimmerman, Leo Zimmerman, Pete Zimmerman; sisters, Genevieve Stefan, Alberta
Walt; sisters-in-law Helen Zimmerman, Clara Zimmerman; and Cecelia Zimmerman;
brothers in law Al Walt; &nbsp;Myron Hausheer, and Marcus Stefan.Mass of Christian burial will be
Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
Church, 883 Moscow Street Munjor, Kansas 67601. Viewing and Visitation will be
Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Christian Mothers
Rosary at 6:30 and parish vigil following; &nbsp;and on Saturday from 9:00 AM
until service time all at the church. Interment will follow the funeral
services in the St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery - Munjor.In lieu of flowers memorials are
suggested to: Masses and/or Munjor Christian Mothers in care of the funeral
chapel.Services entrusted to: Keithley
Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas
67601.Memories and words of
comfort may be shared with Pauline's family on her tribute page via:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Pauline Younker

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wednesday, September 3
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Los Angeles Angels, 6:00pm

Thursday, September 4
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Los Angeles Angels, 6:00pm
 KJLS: Fort Hays State FB at CSU-Pueblo, 6:00pm
 KHAZ: TMP-Marian FB vs. Russell, 6:30pm

Friday, September 5
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 6:00pm
 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB at Los Angeles Chargers, 6:00pm
 KKQY: Trego FB at Hill City, 6:15pm
 KJLS: Hays High FB at Derby, 6:30pm

Saturday, September 6
 KAYS: Kansas FB at
Missouri, 1:00pm
 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 5:30pm

Sunday, September 7 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 12:30pm

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)&nbsp;&nbsp;Wednesday, September 3
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Los Angeles Angels, 6:00pmThursday, September 4
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Los Angeles Angels, 6:00pm
 KJLS: Fort Hays State FB at CSU-Pueblo, 6:00pm
 KHAZ: TMP-Marian FB vs. Russell, 6:30pmFriday, September 5
 KAYS: Kansas City
Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 6:00pm
 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB at Los Angeles Chargers, 6:00pm
 KKQY: Trego FB at Hill City, 6:15pm
 KJLS: Hays High FB at Derby, 6:30pmSaturday, September 6
 KAYS: Kansas FB at
Missouri, 1:00pm
 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 5:30pmSunday, September 7 KAYS: Kansas City Royals vs. Minnesota Twins, 12:30pm

🎧 Eagle Radio, Hull sports broadcast schedule

The Ellis County Commission heard a presentation on Reinvestment Housing Incentive Districts during its meeting on Tuesday.

Grow Hays Executive Director Doug Williams spoke to commissioners about the program designed to help cover infrastructure costs for new housing.

Although the program has been utilized in cities like Hays, Ellis and Victoria, Ellis County has never been asked to approve one in its rural areas.

Williams said the program made the Tallgrass Addition in Hays possible. Developed by&nbsp;nonprofit Heart of America, the second addition includes 66 homes.

"I can't tell you how many times I've heard from employers who have tried to hire somebody or have hired somebody who looks around for housing and says they can't find adequate housing for their family," Williams said. "This kind of project is what it takes to try and make sure that doesn't happen, and it doesn't happen without an RHID."

The commission acknowledged the benefits of housing incentive districts but questioned whether they shift costs onto the broader community. They asked if special assessments would be more appropriate.

Adam Pray of the Platinum Group and Williams said it depends on the project. Development costs have risen beyond what many people can afford, he said.

"Each project needs to be looked at on its own merit," Williams said. "Most of the developments statewide are almost exclusively RHIDs, and it's because of the cost of development to try to keep housing within an affordable range."

Commissioner Michael Berges asked why lot prices continued to climb, even though Heart of America sold lots at reduced rates through the Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. Williams said supply and demand were the main factors.

On Sept. 1, the process for obtaining a cereal malt beverage license changed. Applicants must first submit their application and a $25 state stamp fee directly to the Kansas Department of Revenue.

Afterwards, applicants must bring the approved application and stamp to the county clerk for license issuance. The clerk will then attach the state stamp to the license.

Agreements for the 2025 High Risk Rural Road Grant

The commission approved two agreements tied to the 2025 High-Risk Rural Road grant, which will fund about $750,000 worth of road safety improvements.

One agreement authorizes inspection services, and the other gives the county authority to award a construction contract to C-Hawk Construction.

The project will install permanent markings and update no-passing zones on 126 miles of major roads.

The Ellis County Safety Committee received a risk management award from the Kansas County Association Multiline Pool for its efforts in promoting safety and risk management.

The $4,766 award will be added to the general fund and used to help offset costs for the county’s Human Resources Information System learning management program.

Eugene Rupp, county appraiser, said the county achieved 100% substantial compliance on its 2025 appraisal report across all measures. The commissioners congratulated Rupp and his staff on the strong results.

The commission appointed Jerald F. Mermis to the Joint Planning Commission to fill a vacancy. His term will run through June 2026.

The Ellis County Library Board will have a vacancy in September. The unexpired term runs until April 2026, and the commission will make an appointment at its meeting on Sept. 16.

Ellis County Public Works received approval for a bid of $28,800 from Glassman Corporation to install two gas unit heaters in the cold storage building at the public works facility.

The commission also approved a purchase order for $25,000, which will be used by Hays Fire and Rescue to transfer the vehicle body of Rescue 50 onto a new chassis.

The commission postponed consideration of a water well agreement to a later meeting.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThe Ellis County Commission heard a presentation on Reinvestment Housing Incentive Districts during its meeting on Tuesday.Grow Hays Executive Director Doug Williams spoke to commissioners about the program designed to help cover infrastructure costs for new housing.Although the program has been utilized in cities like Hays, Ellis and Victoria, Ellis County has never been asked to approve one in its rural areas.Williams said the program made the Tallgrass Addition in Hays possible. Developed by&nbsp;nonprofit Heart of America, the second addition includes 66 homes."I can't tell you how many times I've heard from employers who have tried to hire somebody or have hired somebody who looks around for housing and says they can't find adequate housing for their family," Williams said. "This kind of project is what it takes to try and make sure that doesn't happen, and it doesn't happen without an RHID."The commission acknowledged the benefits of housing incentive districts but questioned whether they shift costs onto the broader community. They asked if special assessments would be more appropriate.Adam Pray of the Platinum Group and Williams said it depends on the project. Development costs have risen beyond what many people can afford, he said."Each project needs to be looked at on its own merit," Williams said. "Most of the developments statewide are almost exclusively RHIDs, and it's because of the cost of development to try to keep housing within an affordable range."Commissioner Michael Berges asked why lot prices continued to climb, even though Heart of America sold lots at reduced rates through the Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. Williams said supply and demand were the main factors.<h2>Cereal malt beverage license</h2>On Sept. 1, the process for obtaining a cereal malt beverage license changed. Applicants must first submit their application and a $25 state stamp fee directly to the Kansas Department of Revenue.Afterwards, applicants must bring the approved application and stamp to the county clerk for license issuance. The clerk will then attach the state stamp to the license.<h2>Agreements for the 2025 High Risk Rural Road Grant</h2>The commission approved two agreements tied to the 2025 High-Risk Rural Road grant, which will fund about $750,000 worth of road safety improvements.One agreement authorizes inspection services, and the other gives the county authority to award a construction contract to C-Hawk Construction.The project will install permanent markings and update no-passing zones on 126 miles of major roads.<h2>Risk management award</h2>The Ellis County Safety Committee received a risk management award from the Kansas County Association Multiline Pool for its efforts in promoting safety and risk management.The $4,766 award will be added to the general fund and used to help offset costs for the county’s Human Resources Information System learning management program.<h2>Other business</h2>Eugene Rupp, county appraiser, said the county achieved 100% substantial compliance on its 2025 appraisal report across all measures. The commissioners congratulated Rupp and his staff on the strong results.The commission appointed Jerald F. Mermis to the Joint Planning Commission to fill a vacancy. His term will run through June 2026.The Ellis County Library Board will have a vacancy in September. The unexpired term runs until April 2026, and the commission will make an appointment at its meeting on Sept. 16.Ellis County Public Works received approval for a bid of $28,800 from Glassman Corporation to install two gas unit heaters in the cold storage building at the public works facility.The commission also approved a purchase order for $25,000, which will be used by Hays Fire and Rescue to transfer the vehicle body of Rescue 50 onto a new chassis.The commission postponed consideration of a water well agreement to a later meeting.

Ellis County Commission discusses potential use of housing incentive districts

&nbsp;The USD 489 Foundation for Educational Excellence, in partnership with Heartland Credit Union, is proud to announce the launch of the Inspire 489 Award, a new initiative designed to recognize and celebrate exceptional staff members across Hays public schools.

“Having this chance to be part of an award that truly recognizes the great teachers in our district is super exciting,” said Chrisy Crough, president of Hays 489 Foundation for Education. “Educators are the unsung heroes of today’s workforce. Day in and day out they work tirelessly to make our future brighter and deserve all the kudos and praise.”

The Inspire 489 Award reflects a shared commitment to uplifting the educators and staff who make Hays Public Schools a place where students thrive. Together, the USD 489 Foundation and Heartland Credit Union look forward to honoring those who inspire excellence every day.

“We are thrilled to partner with the USD 489 Foundation for Educational Excellence to honor the incredible individuals who make a difference in Hays Public Schools every day,” said Dan Springer, president and CEO of Heartland Credit Union. “The Inspire 489 Award is our way of saying thank you and shining a light on those who go above and beyond for students in the Hays area.”

Each Inspire 489 Award recipient will receive a $1,000 check from Heartland Credit Union and a commemorative plaque. Recipients will be chosen four times throughout the school year.

Nominations open August 27, 2025, and can be submitted online at <a href="https://www.usd489.com/page/foundation">www.usd489.com/page/foundation</a>. All members of the public are encouraged to participate—nominations may be submitted by parents, fellow staff members, students, and community members who wish to recognize the outstanding contributions of USD 489 staff.

Heartland Credit Union was founded in 1948 by 14 schoolteachers, and the Inspire 489 Award reflects its continued commitment to supporting educators and schools in the communities it serves.

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 </figure>Heartland Credit Union&nbsp;The USD 489 Foundation for Educational Excellence, in partnership with Heartland Credit Union, is proud to announce the launch of the Inspire 489 Award, a new initiative designed to recognize and celebrate exceptional staff members across Hays public schools.“Having this chance to be part of an award that truly recognizes the great teachers in our district is super exciting,” said Chrisy Crough, president of Hays 489 Foundation for Education. “Educators are the unsung heroes of today’s workforce. Day in and day out they work tirelessly to make our future brighter and deserve all the kudos and praise.”The Inspire 489 Award reflects a shared commitment to uplifting the educators and staff who make Hays Public Schools a place where students thrive. Together, the USD 489 Foundation and Heartland Credit Union look forward to honoring those who inspire excellence every day.“We are thrilled to partner with the USD 489 Foundation for Educational Excellence to honor the incredible individuals who make a difference in Hays Public Schools every day,” said Dan Springer, president and CEO of Heartland Credit Union. “The Inspire 489 Award is our way of saying thank you and shining a light on those who go above and beyond for students in the Hays area.”Each Inspire 489 Award recipient will receive a $1,000 check from Heartland Credit Union and a commemorative plaque. Recipients will be chosen four times throughout the school year.Nominations open August 27, 2025, and can be submitted online at <a href="https://www.usd489.com/page/foundation">www.usd489.com/page/foundation</a>. All members of the public are encouraged to participate—nominations may be submitted by parents, fellow staff members, students, and community members who wish to recognize the outstanding contributions of USD 489 staff.Heartland Credit Union was founded in 1948 by 14 schoolteachers, and the Inspire 489 Award reflects its continued commitment to supporting educators and schools in the communities it serves.

USD 489 Foundation, Heartland Credit Union announce staff appreciation award

HAYS -&nbsp;The Hays High and TMP-Marian girls golf teams opened their respective seasons Monday at the Hays High Invitational  under ideal conditions at Smoky Hill Country Club. 

The Monarchs placed third and the Indians fourth. Garden City won the team title by 11 strokes over second place Goodland.

TMP-Marian’s Brynn Schoepf led the local golfers with an 84 and placed fifth. Hays High's Ava Erbert shot a 91 and finished eighth.

Goodland’s Allison Cure defeated Garden City’s Brooke Savolt on the third hole of a playoff to win the individual title. Both had rounds of 79 in regulation.

TEAM RESULTS 1. Garden City - 336 2. Goodland - 345 3 TMP-Marian - 379 4. Hays High - 385 5. Salina South - 413 6. Dodge City - 422 7. Great Bend - 501 8. Liberal - 508

TOP 10 MEDALISTS 1. Allison Cure, Goodland - 79* 2. Brooke Savolt, Garden City - 79 3. Ailynn Anderson, Garden City - 80 4. Natalie Cure, Goodland - 83 5. Brynn Schoepf, TMP-Marian - 84 6. Megan Burr, Garden City - 86 7. Tori Jones, Goodland - 89 8. Ava Erbert, Hays High - 91 9. Breckyn Lucas, Garden City - 91 10. Breckyn Putnam, Dodge City - 92 * won on third playoff hole

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 </figure>Hays Post SportsHAYS -&nbsp;The Hays High and TMP-Marian girls golf teams opened their respective seasons Monday at the Hays High Invitational under ideal conditions at Smoky Hill Country Club. The Monarchs placed third and the Indians fourth. Garden City won the team title by 11 strokes over second place Goodland.TMP-Marian’s Brynn Schoepf led the local golfers with an 84 and placed fifth. Hays High's Ava Erbert shot a 91 and finished eighth.Goodland’s Allison Cure defeated Garden City’s Brooke Savolt on the third hole of a playoff to win the individual title. Both had rounds of 79 in regulation.TEAM RESULTS 1. Garden City - 336 2. Goodland - 345 3 TMP-Marian - 379 4. Hays High - 385 5. Salina South - 413 6. Dodge City - 422 7. Great Bend - 501 8. Liberal - 508TOP 10 MEDALISTS 1. Allison Cure, Goodland - 79* 2. Brooke Savolt, Garden City - 79 3. Ailynn Anderson, Garden City - 80 4. Natalie Cure, Goodland - 83 5. Brynn Schoepf, TMP-Marian - 84 6. Megan Burr, Garden City - 86 7. Tori Jones, Goodland - 89 8. Ava Erbert, Hays High - 91 9. Breckyn Lucas, Garden City - 91 10. Breckyn Putnam, Dodge City - 92 * won on third playoff hole

⛳ Monarchs third, HHS fourth at Hays High Invitational

Fort Hays State Tiger football coach Chris Brown, quarterback Caleb Heavner and linebacker John Johnson spoke to the media Tuesday before the Tigers travel to CSU-Pueblo on Thursday.

Hays Posts SportsFort Hays State Tiger football coach Chris Brown, quarterback Caleb Heavner and linebacker John Johnson spoke to the media Tuesday before the Tigers travel to CSU-Pueblo on Thursday.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fQ0s3OEvAn8?si=vD8nhx60SY5rkU9o" 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>

🏈📹 Chris Brown: "The team that showed up isn't the normal Tiger team," | Tiger Press Conference 9-2-25

The Hays Police Department is investigating a child sex crime from Friday and has made one arrest.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThe Hays Police Department is investigating a child sex crime from Friday and has made one arrest.According to the Ellis County Jail bookings logs, Edgar Abraham Avalos-Aguilar was arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child.Hays Deputy Police Chief Tim Greenwood said the case remains open and released no further details.