By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Hays USD 489 school board approved the purchase of a&nbsp;$312,400 activity bus at its meeting Monday night.

The bus will be purchased from&nbsp;Master Transportation with money from the FY2025 capital outlay budget. The district will receive it in July, and Russ Henningsen, transportation director, said it should be in service by August.

The bus purchase is part of the district's five-year transportation plan.

Board member Derek Yarmer asked why the estimated cost had gone from the budgeted $200,000 to $312,000.

Henningsen said the district opted to buy a Freightliner, which rides better on long trips, rather than a standard yellow school bus. The cost of the buses has also increased by $30,000 to $40,000 in the last several years.

He also said the district would be delaying the purchase of a car and a suburban to maintain the budget.

Yarmer argued the district should buy a standard yellow bus to save money.

"I traveled in a bus with no AC and no seat belts, and I'm perefectly fine," he said.

Jayme Goetz, school board member, said Hays has by far the longest sports trips of any other school in the state.

Board member Meagan Zampieri-Lillpopp said the smoother ride will allow students to study on the bus during the long rides.

Board member Ruth Ruder said the district should buy the bus now, as it will be more expensive later.

The board approved the purchase with Yarmer as the lone no vote.

The district also approved a three-year contract with BP-Clean Rite for evening janitorial services.

Rusty Lindsay, building and grounds director, said the district has struggled to hire full-time staff to clean schools in the evenings in part due to wages and because people don't want to work evening shifts.

BP-Clean Rite has been providing temporary workers for the district. The contract will allow the company to plan better for employees and the district to better budget for the services, Lindsay said.

Under the contract, no current district employees will lose their jobs or be supervised by BP-Clean-Rite. The district will still employ daytime custodians.

The board also approved changes to graduation requirements. The changes were discussed at a meeting in February but were tabled so the Kansas Association of School Boards could review the new policy.

The KASB recommended no changes to the policy as it was presented.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/ff11c16e-4824-45c6-8303-be8f8ae5f7e2">SEE RELATED STORY: Hays USD school board discusses new graduation requirements</a>

The board also heard presentations from the district's librarians and Career X Hays High School recent graduates.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays USD 489 school board approved the purchase of a&nbsp;$312,400 activity bus at its meeting Monday night.The bus will be purchased from&nbsp;Master Transportation with money from the FY2025 capital outlay budget. The district will receive it in July, and Russ Henningsen, transportation director, said it should be in service by August.The bus purchase is part of the district's five-year transportation plan.Board member Derek Yarmer asked why the estimated cost had gone from the budgeted $200,000 to $312,000.Henningsen said the district opted to buy a Freightliner, which rides better on long trips, rather than a standard yellow school bus. The cost of the buses has also increased by $30,000 to $40,000 in the last several years.He also said the district would be delaying the purchase of a car and a suburban to maintain the budget.Yarmer argued the district should buy a standard yellow bus to save money."I traveled in a bus with no AC and no seat belts, and I'm perefectly fine," he said.Jayme Goetz, school board member, said Hays has by far the longest sports trips of any other school in the state.Board member Meagan Zampieri-Lillpopp said the smoother ride will allow students to study on the bus during the long rides.Board member Ruth Ruder said the district should buy the bus now, as it will be more expensive later.The board approved the purchase with Yarmer as the lone no vote.<h2>Custodians</h2>The district also approved a three-year contract with BP-Clean Rite for evening janitorial services.Rusty Lindsay, building and grounds director, said the district has struggled to hire full-time staff to clean schools in the evenings in part due to wages and because people don't want to work evening shifts.BP-Clean Rite has been providing temporary workers for the district. The contract will allow the company to plan better for employees and the district to better budget for the services, Lindsay said.Under the contract, no current district employees will lose their jobs or be supervised by BP-Clean-Rite. The district will still employ daytime custodians.<h2>Graduation requirements</h2>The board also approved changes to graduation requirements. The changes were discussed at a meeting in February but were tabled so the Kansas Association of School Boards could review the new policy.The KASB recommended no changes to the policy as it was presented.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/ff11c16e-4824-45c6-8303-be8f8ae5f7e2">SEE RELATED STORY: Hays USD school board discusses new graduation requirements</a>The board also heard presentations from the district's librarians and Career X Hays High School recent graduates.

Hays USD 489 BOE approves activity bus purchase

The Russell County 4-H Development Fund is a non-profit organization whose mission is to secure funds from private and public sources in order to support 4-H programs, 4-H members, and 4-H alumni.

On April 9th, 2024, the Russell County 4-H Development Fund board met and reviewed six scholarship applications from Russell County 4-H members and 4-H alumni currently attending post-secondary classes. High school graduates and alumni applicants must submit the application with an essay, 4-H permanent record, cumulative 4-H accomplishments, work experience, public service, extra-curricular activities, school transcript, and letters of recommendation from teachers, peers, and 4-H leaders. The Board awarded four graduating high school seniors each a $1000 scholarship. Two alumni applicants were each awarded a $250 scholarship for the upcoming school year.

Russell High School graduating senior recipient Marissa Myers plans to attend Fort Hays State University in the medical diagnostic imaging program. Hays High/Westview graduate Conner Miller is attending Fort Hays State University in the music education program. Russell High School graduate Kierra Eck is attending Barton Community College in the agribusiness program. Sylvan-Lucas graduate Emma Cline is attending Sterling College in the business management program.

Russell County 4-H Alumni recipient Emerson Nichols, attends Kansas State University studying Nutritional Science/Pre-med. 4-H alum recipient Rylan Reeves is in the Marketing program at Fort Hays State University.

These very deserving recipients, along with other active 4-H members who have received event scholarships during this 4-H year, have worked hard in their 4-H, scholastic, and personal endeavors, and are continuing their education to make the best better. The Board congratulates them on their achievements and is proud to support them in their journey.

Without the generosity of our donors, these scholarships and the ability to pay all Russell County 4-H members’ annual enrollment fees, would not be possible. We are grateful to all who help support 4-H youth. If you are interested in helping 4-H members and alumni pursue educational opportunities, please consider donating. Including the Russell County 4-H Development Fund in your estate and memorial planning is a great way to help secure the future of Russell County 4-H. Tax deductible contributions are truly appreciated and can be mailed to Russell County 4-H Development Fund, 309 S. Fossil, Russell, KS 67665, or submitted online, and through the QR code on the display at the Russell County Free Fair.

SubmittedThe Russell County 4-H Development Fund is a non-profit organization whose mission is to secure funds from private and public sources in order to support 4-H programs, 4-H members, and 4-H alumni.On April 9th, 2024, the Russell County 4-H Development Fund board met and reviewed six scholarship applications from Russell County 4-H members and 4-H alumni currently attending post-secondary classes. High school graduates and alumni applicants must submit the application with an essay, 4-H permanent record, cumulative 4-H accomplishments, work experience, public service, extra-curricular activities, school transcript, and letters of recommendation from teachers, peers, and 4-H leaders. The Board awarded four graduating high school seniors each a $1000 scholarship. Two alumni applicants were each awarded a $250 scholarship for the upcoming school year.Russell High School graduating senior recipient Marissa Myers plans to attend Fort Hays State University in the medical diagnostic imaging program. Hays High/Westview graduate Conner Miller is attending Fort Hays State University in the music education program. Russell High School graduate Kierra Eck is attending Barton Community College in the agribusiness program. Sylvan-Lucas graduate Emma Cline is attending Sterling College in the business management program.Russell County 4-H Alumni recipient Emerson Nichols, attends Kansas State University studying Nutritional Science/Pre-med. 4-H alum recipient Rylan Reeves is in the Marketing program at Fort Hays State University.These very deserving recipients, along with other active 4-H members who have received event scholarships during this 4-H year, have worked hard in their 4-H, scholastic, and personal endeavors, and are continuing their education to make the best better. The Board congratulates them on their achievements and is proud to support them in their journey.Without the generosity of our donors, these scholarships and the ability to pay all Russell County 4-H members’ annual enrollment fees, would not be possible. We are grateful to all who help support 4-H youth. If you are interested in helping 4-H members and alumni pursue educational opportunities, please consider donating. Including the Russell County 4-H Development Fund in your estate and memorial planning is a great way to help secure the future of Russell County 4-H. Tax deductible contributions are truly appreciated and can be mailed to Russell County 4-H Development Fund, 309 S. Fossil, Russell, KS 67665, or submitted online, and through the QR code on the display at the Russell County Free Fair.

Russell County 4-H Development Fund awards scholarships

JERUSALEM—U.S. forces faced another series of attacks in the Red Sea Monday.

Just before 6p.m., USS Mason (DDG 87) successfully engaged and destroyed one inbound anti-ship ballistic missile launched by Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen over the Red Sea, according to the U.S. Central Command.

Additionally, US forces destroyed one drone launched by Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen over the Red Sea and earlier in the day forces successfully destroyed a drone an Iranian-backed Houthi controlled area of Yemen.&nbsp;&nbsp;


There were no injuries or damages reported by U.S., coalition, or merchant vessels.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Meanwhile,&nbsp;&nbsp;White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said Monday that the U.S. administration has expressed concerns to Israeli officials about becoming “mired in a counterinsurgency campaign that never ends” as Israel's War Cabinet remains focused on carrying out a major operation the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

The comments from a top adviser to President Joe Biden came a day after Secretary of State Antony Blinken cautioned that Israel could be left “holding the bag” on an enduring insurgency in post-war Gaza.

“Look, we have painful experience in counterinsurgency campaigns fighting terrorists in urban environments, in populated areas,” said Sullivan, referring to long U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. “And we know that it is not as simple as executing a military operation and calling it a day.”

Sullivan added that, “One of the risks of engaging in any kind of counterinsurgency campaign is the ability of the terrorist group to attract more recruits and more followers as time goes on.”

Sullivan said he spoke to his Israeli and Egyptian counterparts on Sunday about redoubling diplomatic efforts on a hostage-for-truce negotiations, and that U.S. officials would have further conversations with the Israelis in the coming days about how Israel can refine its plan to go after Hamas militants in Rafah while lessening the risk to Palestinian civilians.

He also pushed back against growing criticism from around the globe — as well as American critics of Israel’s prosecution of the war — who say Israeli forces are committing a genocide against the Palestinians.

Egypt, a key U.S. ally, said it would join South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, which accuses Israel of violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention.

“I can’t say that it’s helpful to the discussions between Egypt and Israel to try to sort through assistance and access issues,” Sullivan said of the move announced Sunday by Cairo, which along with Qatar is a mediator in the cease-fire talks.

The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-gaza-genocide-court-south-africa-27cf84e16082cde798395a95e9143c06">top United Nations court has concluded</a>&nbsp;there is a “plausible risk of genocide” in Gaza — a charge Israel strongly denies.

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 </figure>JERUSALEM—U.S. forces faced another series of attacks in the Red Sea Monday.Just before 6p.m., USS Mason (DDG 87) successfully engaged and destroyed one inbound anti-ship ballistic missile launched by Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen over the Red Sea, according to the U.S. Central Command.Additionally, US forces destroyed one drone launched by Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen over the Red Sea and earlier in the day forces successfully destroyed a drone an Iranian-backed Houthi controlled area of Yemen.&nbsp;&nbsp;
There were no injuries or damages reported by U.S., coalition, or merchant vessels.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Meanwhile,&nbsp;&nbsp;White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said Monday that the U.S. administration has expressed concerns to Israeli officials about becoming “mired in a counterinsurgency campaign that never ends” as Israel's War Cabinet remains focused on carrying out a major operation the southern Gaza city of Rafah.The comments from a top adviser to President Joe Biden came a day after Secretary of State Antony Blinken cautioned that Israel could be left “holding the bag” on an enduring insurgency in post-war Gaza.“Look, we have painful experience in counterinsurgency campaigns fighting terrorists in urban environments, in populated areas,” said Sullivan, referring to long U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. “And we know that it is not as simple as executing a military operation and calling it a day.”Sullivan added that, “One of the risks of engaging in any kind of counterinsurgency campaign is the ability of the terrorist group to attract more recruits and more followers as time goes on.”Sullivan said he spoke to his Israeli and Egyptian counterparts on Sunday about redoubling diplomatic efforts on a hostage-for-truce negotiations, and that U.S. officials would have further conversations with the Israelis in the coming days about how Israel can refine its plan to go after Hamas militants in Rafah while lessening the risk to Palestinian civilians.He also pushed back against growing criticism from around the globe — as well as American critics of Israel’s prosecution of the war — who say Israeli forces are committing a genocide against the Palestinians.Egypt, a key U.S. ally, said it would join South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, which accuses Israel of violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention.“I can’t say that it’s helpful to the discussions between Egypt and Israel to try to sort through assistance and access issues,” Sullivan said of the move announced Sunday by Cairo, which along with Qatar is a mediator in the cease-fire talks.The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-gaza-genocide-court-south-africa-27cf84e16082cde798395a95e9143c06">top United Nations court has concluded</a>&nbsp;there is a “plausible risk of genocide” in Gaza — a charge Israel strongly denies.

U.S. forces face another  ballistic missile threat in the Red Sea

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays Post

HAYS – The TMP-Marian Monarchs rallied from a pair of two-run
deficits and held off Sylvan-Lucas Mustangs in the first round of the Sylvan 2-1A
Regional 7-6 Monday in Hays to advance to the regional semifinals.

The Mustangs took an early lead, scoring two runs on an
error in the top of the first inning, but TMP answered right back, scoring
three runs on four errors by Sylvan-Lucas in the bottom of the inning. TMP’s
Brooke Koenigsman drove in a run in the inning as the Monarchs took a 3-2 lead.

Sylvan-Lucas added a run in the second and two more in the
third to build a 5-3 lead through two and a half innings.

In the bottom of the third inning TMP got a run back on a
Bria Windholz single that scored Halle Dreiling who led off the inning with a
double, making it 5-4 Mustangs. 

But Sylvan-Lucas got that run back in the top of the fourth
for a 6-4 lead.

Trailing by two runs, TMP loaded the bases with one out, to
open the bottom of the fourth inning and Dreiling connected on her second double
of the game scoring two runs and tying the game at six.

Brooke Koenigsman followed with a sacrifice fly putting TMP
up 7-6 and they held on down the stretch for the victory.

Brynn Rebel earned the win for TMP. She allowed just one
run, on four hits, with five strikeouts and two walks in 4 2/3 innings of
relief.

Dreiling finished three-for-four with two doubles and her
and Rose scored twice. 

Koenigsman, Windholz and Dreiling all drove in two runs for TMP
who improves to 19-8 with the win.

They will face Ellis in the 2-1A Sylvan Grove Regional semifinals.


The other two quarterfinal games scheduled for Monday were
postponed until Tuesday. 

Top-seed Ell-Saline will host eight-seed Sacred Heart and
Little River will host Bennington in the four versus five matchup.

The semifinals and finals will be played Thursday in Sylvan
Grove.

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays PostHAYS – The TMP-Marian Monarchs rallied from a pair of two-run
deficits and held off Sylvan-Lucas Mustangs in the first round of the Sylvan 2-1A
Regional 7-6 Monday in Hays to advance to the regional semifinals.<div><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1821333546&color=%23294b71&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509" title="Eagle Radio" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Eagle Radio</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509/tmp-sb-postgame-interview-v-sylvan-lucas-may-13-2024" title="TMP SB Postgame Interview V Sylvan Lucas (May 13, 2024)" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">TMP SB Postgame Interview V Sylvan Lucas (May 13, 2024)</a></div></div>The Mustangs took an early lead, scoring two runs on an
error in the top of the first inning, but TMP answered right back, scoring
three runs on four errors by Sylvan-Lucas in the bottom of the inning. TMP’s
Brooke Koenigsman drove in a run in the inning as the Monarchs took a 3-2 lead.Sylvan-Lucas added a run in the second and two more in the
third to build a 5-3 lead through two and a half innings.In the bottom of the third inning TMP got a run back on a
Bria Windholz single that scored Halle Dreiling who led off the inning with a
double, making it 5-4 Mustangs. But Sylvan-Lucas got that run back in the top of the fourth
for a 6-4 lead.Trailing by two runs, TMP loaded the bases with one out, to
open the bottom of the fourth inning and Dreiling connected on her second double
of the game scoring two runs and tying the game at six.Brooke Koenigsman followed with a sacrifice fly putting TMP
up 7-6 and they held on down the stretch for the victory.<div><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1821333495&color=%23294b71&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509" title="Eagle Radio" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Eagle Radio</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-814667509/tmp-sb-v-sylvan-lucas-may-13-2024" title="TMP SB V Sylvan Lucas (May 13, 2024)" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">TMP SB V Sylvan Lucas (May 13, 2024)</a></div></div>Brynn Rebel earned the win for TMP. She allowed just one
run, on four hits, with five strikeouts and two walks in 4 2/3 innings of
relief.Dreiling finished three-for-four with two doubles and her
and Rose scored twice. Koenigsman, Windholz and Dreiling all drove in two runs for TMP
who improves to 19-8 with the win.They will face Ellis in the 2-1A Sylvan Grove Regional semifinals.
The other two quarterfinal games scheduled for Monday were
postponed until Tuesday. Top-seed Ell-Saline will host eight-seed Sacred Heart and
Little River will host Bennington in the four versus five matchup.The semifinals and finals will be played Thursday in Sylvan
Grove.

🥎 Monarchs hold off Sylvan-Lucas to advance to regional semifinals

HILL CITY – TMP-Marian’s
Heuer Brungardt shot a 7-over-par 78 and tied for sixth at Monday’s Hill City 2A
regional at the Prairie Trails Golf Course. Brungardt will be joined at next
week’s state tournament in Dodge City by Austin Carroll of Ellis and Plainville’s
Noah Brewster and Jayden Morris.

The top three teams and
the top five individuals not on those teams qualify for state which will be
held at the Mariah Hills Golf Course.

Carroll shot a
5-over-par 76 and finished in fourth place. Brewster was one shot back of
Carroll and placed fifth while Morris tied for 14th with an 84.

Ellinwood’s Drew Heinz won
the individual title with a 2-under-par 69 and won by five strokes over Oakley
sophomore Easton Fink.

Ellinwood won the team
title with a 316, 13 strokes better than Hill City and Hoxie who both had a
team score of 329. Plainville finished fourth (341), Ellis sixth (359) and TMP-Marian
seventh (362).

Hays PostHILL CITY – TMP-Marian’s
Heuer Brungardt shot a 7-over-par 78 and tied for sixth at Monday’s Hill City 2A
regional at the Prairie Trails Golf Course. Brungardt will be joined at next
week’s state tournament in Dodge City by Austin Carroll of Ellis and Plainville’s
Noah Brewster and Jayden Morris.The top three teams and
the top five individuals not on those teams qualify for state which will be
held at the Mariah Hills Golf Course.Carroll shot a
5-over-par 76 and finished in fourth place. Brewster was one shot back of
Carroll and placed fifth while Morris tied for 14th with an 84.Ellinwood’s Drew Heinz won
the individual title with a 2-under-par 69 and won by five strokes over Oakley
sophomore Easton Fink.Ellinwood won the team
title with a 316, 13 strokes better than Hill City and Hoxie who both had a
team score of 329. Plainville finished fourth (341), Ellis sixth (359) and TMP-Marian
seventh (362).

⛳ TMP-Marian's Brungardt, other are golfers qualify for 2A state

Red Lobster in Salina is closed for business.

On Monday, May 13, staff at the seafood restaurant at 2925 S. Ninth Street posted a flyer on the front doors announcing the closure.&nbsp;

Red Lobster's corporate website lists the Salina location as "closed."

The seafood chain also closed restaurants in Olathe and Kansas City, Kansas. In April, Red Lobster reported that the company was experiencing financial difficulties.

Salina Post reached out to Red Lobster's corporate office for comment and will update this post as new information becomes available.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTRed Lobster in Salina is closed for business.On Monday, May 13, staff at the seafood restaurant at 2925 S. Ninth Street posted a flyer on the front doors announcing the closure.&nbsp;Red Lobster's corporate website lists the Salina location as "closed."The seafood chain also closed restaurants in Olathe and Kansas City, Kansas. In April, Red Lobster reported that the company was experiencing financial difficulties.Salina Post reached out to Red Lobster's corporate office for comment and will update this post as new information becomes available.&nbsp;

Red Lobster in Salina closes doors for good

The much-anticipated annual United Way Golf Tournament is set to tee off for another memorable day of swinging for a cause. Scheduled for Friday, June 7 at Smoky Hill Country Club, this event promises to bring together golf enthusiasts and philanthropists alike for a day of sport and solidarity.

United Way of Ellis County is dedicated to advancing the common good and supporting our local community. The tournament serves as a vital fundraising initiative, with all proceeds directly benefitting United Way's impactful programs and initiatives within the community.

The tournament welcomes players of all skill levels, from seasoned pros to enthusiastic beginners, to join in the camaraderie and competition. Participants can expect a day filled with exciting challenges, networking opportunities, and chances to win fantastic prizes, all while contributing to a noble cause.

"We're thrilled to host our annual golf tournament, bringing together individuals and businesses who share our commitment to making a positive impact in our community," said Erica Berges, executive director at United Way. "By supporting this event, participants are not only enjoying a day on the green but also making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most."

The tournament format will include 4-person teams ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience for all attendees. 

Lunch will be provided during the tournament. 

Additionally, participants can look forward to a post-tournament awards ceremony where achievements will be celebrated, and the spirit of giving will continue. Raffle tickets will also be available to purchase during the day for a chance to win some exciting prizes.

Corporate sponsorships and individual registrations are now open, offering businesses and individuals the opportunity to align their brands with a worthy cause and showcase their commitment to community engagement.

For those unable to attend the tournament but still wishing to contribute, donations are warmly welcomed and can be made directly through the United Way website, <a href="http://www.liveunited.us">www.liveunited.us</a>.

Join United Way and fellow community members for a day of golf, giving, and goodwill at the annual United Way Golf Tournament. Together, let's drive change and make a lasting difference in the lives of our neighbors.

For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, please visit <a href="http://www.liveunited.us/golf">www.liveunited.us/golf</a> or contact the United Way office at 785-628-8281.

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 </figure>United Way of Ellis CountyThe much-anticipated annual United Way Golf Tournament is set to tee off for another memorable day of swinging for a cause. Scheduled for Friday, June 7 at Smoky Hill Country Club, this event promises to bring together golf enthusiasts and philanthropists alike for a day of sport and solidarity.United Way of Ellis County is dedicated to advancing the common good and supporting our local community. The tournament serves as a vital fundraising initiative, with all proceeds directly benefitting United Way's impactful programs and initiatives within the community.The tournament welcomes players of all skill levels, from seasoned pros to enthusiastic beginners, to join in the camaraderie and competition. Participants can expect a day filled with exciting challenges, networking opportunities, and chances to win fantastic prizes, all while contributing to a noble cause."We're thrilled to host our annual golf tournament, bringing together individuals and businesses who share our commitment to making a positive impact in our community," said Erica Berges, executive director at United Way. "By supporting this event, participants are not only enjoying a day on the green but also making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most."The tournament format will include 4-person teams ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Lunch will be provided during the tournament. Additionally, participants can look forward to a post-tournament awards ceremony where achievements will be celebrated, and the spirit of giving will continue. Raffle tickets will also be available to purchase during the day for a chance to win some exciting prizes.Corporate sponsorships and individual registrations are now open, offering businesses and individuals the opportunity to align their brands with a worthy cause and showcase their commitment to community engagement.For those unable to attend the tournament but still wishing to contribute, donations are warmly welcomed and can be made directly through the United Way website, <a href="http://www.liveunited.us">www.liveunited.us</a>.Join United Way and fellow community members for a day of golf, giving, and goodwill at the annual United Way Golf Tournament. Together, let's drive change and make a lasting difference in the lives of our neighbors.For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, please visit <a href="http://www.liveunited.us/golf">www.liveunited.us/golf</a> or contact the United Way office at 785-628-8281.

Sign up now for United Way of Ellis County golf tourney fundraiser

COWLEY COUNTY —Authorities investigating a weekend drowning in Kansas have identified the victim as 35-year-old Sarah Ouellet, according to Sheriff Dave Faletti.

Just after 3:30p.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies and EMS were dispatched to the 31000 block of 141st Road for two individuals stranded in the water of Grouse Creek, according to Faletti.

First responders pulled Ouellet &nbsp;from the water and life saving measures were initiated. 

Ouellet’s juvenile son was located downstream holding onto a limb. He was pulled from the water and both he and Sarah were transported to the hospital. Sarah was later pronounced deceased at the hospital, according to Faletti. The child is recovering.

COWLEY COUNTY —A woman drowned over the weekend according to Cowley County Sheriff Dave Faletti.

The drowning occurred Saturday in a creek near the 31000 block of 141st Road east of Arkansas City. According to Faletti, the sheriff's office will release additional on the tragedy later on Monday. 

Check the Post for more information as it is available.

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 </figure>COWLEY COUNTY —Authorities investigating a weekend drowning in Kansas have identified the victim as 35-year-old Sarah Ouellet, according to Sheriff Dave Faletti.Just after 3:30p.m. Saturday, sheriff's deputies and EMS were dispatched to the 31000 block of 141st Road for two individuals stranded in the water of Grouse Creek, according to Faletti.First responders pulled Ouellet &nbsp;from the water and life saving measures were initiated. Ouellet’s juvenile son was located downstream holding onto a limb. He was pulled from the water and both he and Sarah were transported to the hospital. Sarah was later pronounced deceased at the hospital, according to Faletti. The child is recovering.--------------------COWLEY COUNTY —A woman drowned over the weekend according to Cowley County Sheriff Dave Faletti.The drowning occurred Saturday in a creek near the 31000 block of 141st Road east of Arkansas City. According to Faletti, the sheriff's office will release additional on the tragedy later on Monday. Check the Post for more information as it is available.

Sheriff: Mother drowns, child rescued from from Kansas creek

A little more moisture for Hays from Sunday into Monday morning at 8 a.m.

The official measurement at the K-State Agriculture Research Center was 0.12 rain.

The average amount of moisture in Hays through the end of May is 7.92 inches. As of May 13, Hays has received 4.49 inches for the year.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hays PostA little more moisture for Hays from Sunday into Monday morning at 8 a.m.The official measurement at the K-State Agriculture Research Center was 0.12 rain.The average amount of moisture in Hays through the end of May is 7.92 inches. As of May 13, Hays has received 4.49 inches for the year.&nbsp;

A little rain for Hays; still 3.5 inches behind average for the year

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Ellis County Jail bookings, May 6-13, 2024

Tryyaki Asian Cuisine in Hays now offers bubble teas, milk teas, smoothies and new entrees.

Tryyaki opened in Hays eight years ago and is owned by Eric and Ivory Han.

Milk tea consists of tea and milk and is found in many cultures.

Boba, or bubble tea, contains tea, milk, water, sugar and tapioca pearls.

The fruit teas come in a variety of flavors like lychee and dragonfruit.

The Hans have a variety of toppings that can be added to one of the teas, including fruit pearls such as mango, strawberry, cherry, passion fruit, kiwi, lychee and peach.

All beverages come with one free topping, but you can add fruit or boba pearls for an extra 75 cents per flavor.

"With the different syrups and toppings, you can make your own flavors," Eric said.

The milk tea flavors are banana, iced mocha, honeydew, matcha green tea, Okinawa brown sugar and taro.

Taro is a root. Depending on how you prepare it, it can taste sweet, like vanilla.

Smoothies come in flavors, including mango, peach, strawberry and pina colada.

Last week, Tryyaki started offering fruit teas open to close every day.&nbsp;

The Hans hope to hire more staff to offer the full drink menu daily.

Milk tea and smoothies will have specific hours. Watch Tryyaki's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555464659849">Facebook</a> page for hours.

Eric and his wife have been considering expanding their menu to include milk tea for several years. Three years ago, during the Thanksgiving holiday, they traveled to Overland Park and found people in the Kansas City area enjoying milk and bubble teas.

The Hans had considered opening a separate location for the tea business but ultimately decided to integrate the concept with Tryyaki.

"Bubble tea, milk tea, and fruit tea are pretty popular in China and Taiwan," Eric said. "Just like American people like coffee, Asian people love tea."

Both Eric and Ivory are from China. They lived in Lawrence and studied at the University of Kansas before moving to Hays to open Tryyaki.

Tryyaki is a drive-through restaurant, so customers sometimes buy their drinks from other businesses. Eric said they wanted to encourage customers to buy drinks from their restaurant.

New food menu items include teriyaki (chicken, beef, shrimp, tofu) bowls, general chicken bowls, orange chicken bowls, general tofu bowls and sesame chicken bowls.

New sushi rolls include golden crunchy crab roll, golden crunchy Philly roll, golden crunchy tuna roll, golden crunchy eel roll and golden crunchy veggie roll.&nbsp;

&nbsp;"We are really thankful to our Hays community. Without our community’s support, we cannot go that far," Eric Han said.

You can find Tryyaki's menu and order for carryout or delivery through DoorDash at&nbsp;<a href="https://hays.tryyaki.com/">https://hays.tryyaki.com/</a>.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostTryyaki Asian Cuisine in Hays now offers bubble teas, milk teas, smoothies and new entrees.Tryyaki opened in Hays eight years ago and is owned by Eric and Ivory Han.Milk tea consists of tea and milk and is found in many cultures.Boba, or bubble tea, contains tea, milk, water, sugar and tapioca pearls.The fruit teas come in a variety of flavors like lychee and dragonfruit.The Hans have a variety of toppings that can be added to one of the teas, including fruit pearls such as mango, strawberry, cherry, passion fruit, kiwi, lychee and peach.<figure>
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 <figcaption>Eric Han , co-owner Tryyaki in Hays, with new milk, fruit and boba teas. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>All beverages come with one free topping, but you can add fruit or boba pearls for an extra 75 cents per flavor."With the different syrups and toppings, you can make your own flavors," Eric said.The milk tea flavors are banana, iced mocha, honeydew, matcha green tea, Okinawa brown sugar and taro.Taro is a root. Depending on how you prepare it, it can taste sweet, like vanilla.Smoothies come in flavors, including mango, peach, strawberry and pina colada.<figure>
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 </figure>Last week, Tryyaki started offering fruit teas open to close every day.&nbsp;The Hans hope to hire more staff to offer the full drink menu daily.Milk tea and smoothies will have specific hours. Watch Tryyaki's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555464659849">Facebook</a> page for hours.Eric and his wife have been considering expanding their menu to include milk tea for several years. Three years ago, during the Thanksgiving holiday, they traveled to Overland Park and found people in the Kansas City area enjoying milk and bubble teas.The Hans had considered opening a separate location for the tea business but ultimately decided to integrate the concept with Tryyaki."Bubble tea, milk tea, and fruit tea are pretty popular in China and Taiwan," Eric said. "Just like American people like coffee, Asian people love tea."<figure>
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 </figure>Both Eric and Ivory are from China. They lived in Lawrence and studied at the University of Kansas before moving to Hays to open Tryyaki.Tryyaki is a drive-through restaurant, so customers sometimes buy their drinks from other businesses. Eric said they wanted to encourage customers to buy drinks from their restaurant.The restaurant has also added entrees.New food menu items include teriyaki (chicken, beef, shrimp, tofu) bowls, general chicken bowls, orange chicken bowls, general tofu bowls and sesame chicken bowls.New sushi rolls include golden crunchy crab roll, golden crunchy Philly roll, golden crunchy tuna roll, golden crunchy eel roll and golden crunchy veggie roll.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We are really thankful to our Hays community. Without our community’s support, we cannot go that far," Eric Han said.You can find Tryyaki's menu and order for carryout or delivery through DoorDash at&nbsp;<a href="https://hays.tryyaki.com/">https://hays.tryyaki.com/</a>.

Tryyaki in Hays offers new entrees, line of boba, milk teas

The Hays USD 489 school board will meet today at 6:30 p.m. at the Rockwell Administration Center to consider purchasing a new activity bus.

The purchase would be from Master Transportation for $312,400.

The board will also consider approving a three-year contract with BP-Cleanrite to provide evening janitorial services for USD 489 school facilities.

The board also will consider approving updates to graduation policies.

The superintendent will give bond updates and a report on republishing the budget for at-risk funds.

Hays High School seniors and district librarians will give presentations.

Jessie Groff, Wilson Elementary School teacher, will be recognized as a Region 1 Teacher of the Year nominee.

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays USD 489 school board will meet today at 6:30 p.m. at the Rockwell Administration Center to consider purchasing a new activity bus.The purchase would be from Master Transportation for $312,400.The board will also consider approving a three-year contract with BP-Cleanrite to provide evening janitorial services for USD 489 school facilities.The board also will consider approving updates to graduation policies.The superintendent will give bond updates and a report on republishing the budget for at-risk funds.Hays High School seniors and district librarians will give presentations.Jessie Groff, Wilson Elementary School teacher, will be recognized as a Region 1 Teacher of the Year nominee.

Hays USD 489 school board to consider activity bus purchase

A full obituary will be posted once available.

Memorial contributions may be made out to the Kara Johnson Memorial Fund to be used for her Grandchildren's Education and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave, Goodland KS 67735.

<h2>Kara Lane Johnson</h2><h2>November 24, 1976 — May 9, 2024</h2><h2>Goodland, Kansas</h2>A full obituary will be posted once available.Memorial contributions may be made out to the Kara Johnson Memorial Fund to be used for her Grandchildren's Education and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave, Goodland KS 67735.

Kara Lane Johnson

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

WAKEENEY - The support poles for the planned new drive-in theatre screen in WaKeeney are finally in the ground.

Installation of the 106 metal sheets and their horizontal braces that make up the screen was expected to start this weekend.&nbsp;

Two buildings are to be moved onto the site south of Interstate 70 at Exit 128 in June and July.&nbsp;

"It's coming together. We're so excited," said theatre board member volunteer Lynelle Shubert.

It's a slow process. The project is in its <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/497a901e-7490-454b-91d4-34f56e8c39a3">fourth year</a>.&nbsp;

The labor is being done by volunteers or donated by professionals.

"The screen poles laid on the ground for 10 months. Linemen at Western Coop Electric and Midwest Energy donated their time and equipment to install the poles in mid-April, but of course, we weren't a priority so we had to wait until they had time."

A year ago the Trego Sky View Foundation received a $44,400 attraction development grant from&nbsp;Kansas Tourism, a division of the Kansas Department of Commerce.&nbsp;

"It shows their faith in us and how this will be good not only for WaKeeney but also northwest Kansas.

"The nearest drive-in theatres are in Kanopolis and Dodge City."&nbsp;Wichita, Kansas City and Paola are the only other remaining communities in the state with drive-ins.

Shubert said they've been building as they have the money.&nbsp;

"The big push now is to build the bank account again so that we can get the projector.

"A new one is outside our budget. We're looking at a buying used one for about $50,000."

Shubert, who is the director of WaKeeney Tourism and Travel, attended a&nbsp; Main Street America program last week in Las Vegas.

One of the sessions focused how having a theatre in a town can enhance the local economy.

"We have done the market research and this will bring Trego County increased sales tax and transient guest tax, and create seasonal jobs," Shubert wrote on the Trego Sky View Drive-in Theatre Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"So when people say movies are dying,&nbsp; you can stay home and watch a movie, that might be true for in-house theatres. But what we're building is very different.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"The tourism trend is that people want an experience. They want to go back in time and have a nostalgic experience."

Shubert said the project is on the right track even though there is a whole generation that has no concept what a drive-in movie is.

"We've had some people say they don't want their kids riding their bikes across the interstate. But this is not a 'send your kids to the movie' experience. It's a whole family experience."

One group eagerly anticipating the drive-in are high school-aged students, she said.

"They don't really have any place to go socially in WaKeeney for fun with their friends or date night and they wind up driving to Hill City or Hays."

"Once the projector is purchased, we're ready to rock and roll."

Shubert is aiming for the drive-in to be open in June 2025.

"The only thing we won't have until after the first year of operation is bathroom facilities. Once we get up and rolling we can tell people their patronage will help us buy bathrooms next season. We'll probably use portable ones until then. "&nbsp;

Donations toward the drive-in project may be made by Venmo which is available on the theatre's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tregoskyview">Facebook page</a> and below.

Questions may be emailed to&nbsp;tregoskyview@gmail.com.

<figure>
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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays PostWAKEENEY - The support poles for the planned new drive-in theatre screen in WaKeeney are finally in the ground.Installation of the 106 metal sheets and their horizontal braces that make up the screen was expected to start this weekend.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715377130495.png" alt="Planned Trego Sky View Drive-In movie theatre location south of I-70 at Exit 128, WaKeeney." />
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 </figure>Two buildings are to be moved onto the site south of Interstate 70 at Exit 128 in June and July.&nbsp;"It's coming together. We're so excited," said theatre board member volunteer Lynelle Shubert.It's a slow process. The project is in its <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/497a901e-7490-454b-91d4-34f56e8c39a3">fourth year</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715470725086.jpeg" alt="Poles for the 30' by 70' planned Trego Sky View Drive-In movie screen are erected in mid-April by Western Electric Cooperative and Midwest Energy employees. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Poles for the 30' by 70' planned Trego Sky View Drive-In movie screen are erected in mid-April by Western Electric Cooperative and Midwest Energy employees. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>The labor is being done by volunteers or donated by professionals."The screen poles laid on the ground for 10 months. Linemen at Western Coop Electric and Midwest Energy donated their time and equipment to install the poles in mid-April, but of course, we weren't a priority so we had to wait until they had time."A year ago the Trego Sky View Foundation received a $44,400 attraction development grant from&nbsp;Kansas Tourism, a division of the Kansas Department of Commerce.&nbsp;"It shows their faith in us and how this will be good not only for WaKeeney but also northwest Kansas."The nearest drive-in theatres are in Kanopolis and Dodge City."&nbsp;Wichita, Kansas City and Paola are the only other remaining communities in the state with drive-ins.Shubert said they've been building as they have the money.&nbsp;"The big push now is to build the bank account again so that we can get the projector."A new one is outside our budget. We're looking at a buying used one for about $50,000."Shubert, who is the director of WaKeeney Tourism and Travel, attended a&nbsp; Main Street America program last week in Las Vegas.One of the sessions focused how having a theatre in a town can enhance the local economy."We have done the market research and this will bring Trego County increased sales tax and transient guest tax, and create seasonal jobs," Shubert wrote on the Trego Sky View Drive-in Theatre Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;"So when people say movies are dying,&nbsp; you can stay home and watch a movie, that might be true for in-house theatres. But what we're building is very different.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The tourism trend is that people want an experience. They want to go back in time and have a nostalgic experience."Shubert said the project is on the right track even though there is a whole generation that has no concept what a drive-in movie is."We've had some people say they don't want their kids riding their bikes across the interstate. But this is not a 'send your kids to the movie' experience. It's a whole family experience."One group eagerly anticipating the drive-in are high school-aged students, she said."They don't really have any place to go socially in WaKeeney for fun with their friends or date night and they wind up driving to Hill City or Hays.""Once the projector is purchased, we're ready to rock and roll."Shubert is aiming for the drive-in to be open in June 2025."The only thing we won't have until after the first year of operation is bathroom facilities. Once we get up and rolling we can tell people their patronage will help us buy bathrooms next season. We'll probably use portable ones until then. "&nbsp;Donations toward the drive-in project may be made by Venmo which is available on the theatre's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tregoskyview">Facebook page</a> and below.<figure>
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 </figure>Questions may be emailed to&nbsp;tregoskyview@gmail.com.

New WaKeeney drive-in movie theatre project slowing coming together 

KEARNEY, Neb. - Student-athletes representing the Fort Hays State track and field team broke one school record, posted 10 national qualifying marks and won two events on the final day of the regular season Saturday at the Loper Twilight. The Tigers will now await Tuesday's announcement of selections for the 2024 NCAA Division II Outdoor Track &amp; Field Championships to see who will travel to Emporia, Kan. to compete at the national stage May 23-25.

Former Hays High standout Keamonie Archie&nbsp;had a big day, taking part in two national qualifying marks and breaking one school record. The freshman placed first in the long jump with a top leap of 24-9.25, breaking an 18-year-old record by 1.5 inches (Maurice Henson, 24-7.75, 5/7/06). Archie was leading the competition the entire way after posting a mark of 24-1.75 on his first attempt of the day. He then broke the school record on his sixth and final trip down the runway, moving into 18th on the national performance list and putting him in prime position to advance to nationals. Archie also ran the anchor leg of the 4x100m relay team that posted a season-best time of 40.25, good for 21st in the country to date.

Senior javelin thrower Rhyann Brown&nbsp;had a huge day, all but securing her fourth-consecutive trip to the national meet with a season-best toss of 158-2, 12 feet further than her previous season-high. Brown entered the day firmly on the bubble for selection for nationals, but now ranks sixth in the country this season. The toss is just one foot, eight inches off her career best set last season (159-10).

Toby Wahlmeier&nbsp;was a part of three national-qualifying times, running personal-bests in the 100m dash and the 200m dash while running the third leg of the 4x100m relay that posted a national-qualifying time of 40.25. After opening the day in the relay, Wahlmeier bolted out to a time of 10.44 in the 100m dash to move into fifth at FHSU during the DII era. Less than one hour later the sophomore placed second in the 200m dash with a blazing time of 20.85, good for fourth on the FHSU DII era performance list and 21st on the national performance chart, firmly on the bubble for national selection.

Kenny Fritsch&nbsp;also posted a pair of national qualifying marks, running the second leg of the 4x100m relay while shaving one-hundredth of a second off his personal-best in the 100m dash via a 10th-place finish with a time of 10.50. Eddie McVay&nbsp;was the final member of the 4x100m relay team. He also ran in the 100m dash, posting a time of 10.87.

Trevor Medina&nbsp;won the 800m run, crossing the line with a national-qualifying time of 1:50.78.Three Tiger pole vaulters surpassed the national-qualifying height, with Jacob Clark&nbsp;placing second with a top clearance of 16-8. Kurtis McCormick&nbsp;and Brady Deges&nbsp;both surpassed the bar at 15-11.25, with McCormick finishing seventh and Deges placing ninth on total misses. It was a personal-best for McCormick.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKEARNEY, Neb. - Student-athletes representing the Fort Hays State track and field team broke one school record, posted 10 national qualifying marks and won two events on the final day of the regular season Saturday at the Loper Twilight. The Tigers will now await Tuesday's announcement of selections for the 2024 NCAA Division II Outdoor Track &amp; Field Championships to see who will travel to Emporia, Kan. to compete at the national stage May 23-25.Former Hays High standout Keamonie Archie&nbsp;had a big day, taking part in two national qualifying marks and breaking one school record. The freshman placed first in the long jump with a top leap of 24-9.25, breaking an 18-year-old record by 1.5 inches (Maurice Henson, 24-7.75, 5/7/06). Archie was leading the competition the entire way after posting a mark of 24-1.75 on his first attempt of the day. He then broke the school record on his sixth and final trip down the runway, moving into 18th on the national performance list and putting him in prime position to advance to nationals. Archie also ran the anchor leg of the 4x100m relay team that posted a season-best time of 40.25, good for 21st in the country to date.Senior javelin thrower Rhyann Brown&nbsp;had a huge day, all but securing her fourth-consecutive trip to the national meet with a season-best toss of 158-2, 12 feet further than her previous season-high. Brown entered the day firmly on the bubble for selection for nationals, but now ranks sixth in the country this season. The toss is just one foot, eight inches off her career best set last season (159-10).Toby Wahlmeier&nbsp;was a part of three national-qualifying times, running personal-bests in the 100m dash and the 200m dash while running the third leg of the 4x100m relay that posted a national-qualifying time of 40.25. After opening the day in the relay, Wahlmeier bolted out to a time of 10.44 in the 100m dash to move into fifth at FHSU during the DII era. Less than one hour later the sophomore placed second in the 200m dash with a blazing time of 20.85, good for fourth on the FHSU DII era performance list and 21st on the national performance chart, firmly on the bubble for national selection.Kenny Fritsch&nbsp;also posted a pair of national qualifying marks, running the second leg of the 4x100m relay while shaving one-hundredth of a second off his personal-best in the 100m dash via a 10th-place finish with a time of 10.50. Eddie McVay&nbsp;was the final member of the 4x100m relay team. He also ran in the 100m dash, posting a time of 10.87.Trevor Medina&nbsp;won the 800m run, crossing the line with a national-qualifying time of 1:50.78.Three Tiger pole vaulters surpassed the national-qualifying height, with Jacob Clark&nbsp;placing second with a top clearance of 16-8. Kurtis McCormick&nbsp;and Brady Deges&nbsp;both surpassed the bar at 15-11.25, with McCormick finishing seventh and Deges placing ninth on total misses. It was a personal-best for McCormick.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏃‍♂️ Archie breaks 18-year-old record; Tigers post 10 national qualifying marks

KSHSAA released its regional soccer rankings this week and
the Hays High Indians earned a first-round home match while the TMP Monarchs
will be on the road in the first round.

In class 5A Hays High (10-6-0) earned the No. 6 seed and
will host No. 11 Goddard (8-7-1) on Tuesday at 6 p.m.

The winner will get the winner of No. 3 Andover Central and
No. 14 Topeka West on Thursday.

You can find the complete 5A West bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Soccer/5AGirlsRegional.cfm?Activity=12&amp;Class=2&amp;WeekID=5777">HERE</a>.

TMP (0-16-0) is the No. 14 seed in the 4-1A regional
bracket. 

They will travel to Augusta on Tuesday to take on the three-seed
Orioles (10-5-1) at 6 p.m.

The winner will take on the winner of No. 6 The Independent
and No. 11 Circle on Thursday.

You can find the complete 4-1A West bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Soccer/4-1AGirlsRegional.cfm?Activity=12&amp;Class=13&amp;WeekID=5785">HERE</a>.

Hays PostKSHSAA released its regional soccer rankings this week and
the Hays High Indians earned a first-round home match while the TMP Monarchs
will be on the road in the first round.In class 5A Hays High (10-6-0) earned the No. 6 seed and
will host No. 11 Goddard (8-7-1) on Tuesday at 6 p.m.The winner will get the winner of No. 3 Andover Central and
No. 14 Topeka West on Thursday.You can find the complete 5A West bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Soccer/5AGirlsRegional.cfm?Activity=12&amp;Class=2&amp;WeekID=5777">HERE</a>.TMP (0-16-0) is the No. 14 seed in the 4-1A regional
bracket. They will travel to Augusta on Tuesday to take on the three-seed
Orioles (10-5-1) at 6 p.m.The winner will take on the winner of No. 6 The Independent
and No. 11 Circle on Thursday.You can find the complete 4-1A West bracket <a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Soccer/4-1AGirlsRegional.cfm?Activity=12&amp;Class=13&amp;WeekID=5785">HERE</a>.

⚽KSHSAA Girls’ regional brackets

TOPEKA - The Hays High softball team is the No. 10 seed and open against Goddard-Eisenhower at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Two Rivers Youth Complex in Wichita.

Bishop Carroll is the two seed and plays Andover in the other first round game. The two winners meet in the regional final around 6 p.m. later the same day.

Hays High lost their final four games of the regular season and takes a 15-11 record into postseason play. They lost 3-2 to Goddard-Eisenhower back on April 13 in Dodge City.

Hays PostTOPEKA - The Hays High softball team is the No. 10 seed and open against Goddard-Eisenhower at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Two Rivers Youth Complex in Wichita.Bishop Carroll is the two seed and plays Andover in the other first round game. The two winners meet in the regional final around 6 p.m. later the same day.Hays High lost their final four games of the regular season and takes a 15-11 record into postseason play. They lost 3-2 to Goddard-Eisenhower back on April 13 in Dodge City.<figure>
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🥎 HHS No. 10 seed, opens regionals vs. Goddard-Eisenhower

TOPEKA - The Hays High baseball team will be the No. 9 seed and play Hutchinson in their 5A regional opener Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Maize.

Maize South is the No. 1 seed and host school. They open with Salina Central. The two winners will play in the regional final later that same day.

HHS has won four of their last five and takes a 16-9 record into postseason play. They swept Salina Central to open the season but have not played either of the other two teams in the regional.

Hays PostTOPEKA - The Hays High baseball team will be the No. 9 seed and play Hutchinson in their 5A regional opener Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Maize.Maize South is the No. 1 seed and host school. They open with Salina Central. The two winners will play in the regional final later that same day.HHS has won four of their last five and takes a 16-9 record into postseason play. They swept Salina Central to open the season but have not played either of the other two teams in the regional.<figure>
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