Congratulations to Doug Kutina from Ellis and Bernita Augustine from WaKeeney&nbsp; on becoming finalists in the Yuengling Flight Golf Cart Giveaway on Saturday at American Shooters.

They join other finalists: 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lance Armbruster – Wild West Festival – 7-2-2025 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Curtis Wellbrock – Wild West Festival – 7-2-2025 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ryan Cellmer – Mr. K’s Foodtown – 7-5-2025 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Barry Gilliland – Mr. K’s Foodtown – 7-5-2025 5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Debbie Windholz – Malay’s Market – 7-12-2025 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Darren Dunn – Malay’s Market – 7-12-2025

Special thanks to our sponsor A &amp; A Coors Yuengling.

Keep listening to Eagle Radio and reading the Hays Post all summer long for your chance to become a finalist.

The $10,000 golf cart will be given away at this year’s Oktoberfest on Friday, Sept. 26.

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 </figure>Congratulations to Doug Kutina from Ellis and Bernita Augustine from WaKeeney&nbsp; on becoming finalists in the Yuengling Flight Golf Cart Giveaway on Saturday at American Shooters.They join other finalists: 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lance Armbruster – Wild West Festival – 7-2-2025 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Curtis Wellbrock – Wild West Festival – 7-2-2025 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ryan Cellmer – Mr. K’s Foodtown – 7-5-2025 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Barry Gilliland – Mr. K’s Foodtown – 7-5-2025 5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Debbie Windholz – Malay’s Market – 7-12-2025 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Darren Dunn – Malay’s Market – 7-12-2025Special thanks to our sponsor A &amp; A Coors Yuengling.Keep listening to Eagle Radio and reading the Hays Post all summer long for your chance to become a finalist.The $10,000 golf cart will be given away at this year’s Oktoberfest on Friday, Sept. 26.

Yuengling Flight Golf Cart finalists named from American Shooters

Congratulations to&nbsp; Danny Wasinger and&nbsp; Brett Davidson&nbsp;from Hays on being selected as finalists in the Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway on Friday at the Ellis County Fair.

Congratulations to Erin Storer from Hays and Landon Paul from Hays&nbsp;on being selected as finalists in the Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway on Saturday at Doghouse Liquor.

1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Garrett Bland – Relay for Life Golf Tournament – 6-13-2025 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Earl Brungardt – Relay for Life Golf Tournament – 6-13-2025 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tara Graham – LoKal Country Bar – 6-27-2025 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brad Leitner – LoKal Country Bar – 6-27-2025 5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Becky Wachs – Wild West Festival – 7-3-2025 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kirby Garrison – Wild West Festival – 7-3-2025 7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Marlin Sherfick – Trego County Fair – 7-11-2025 8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dale Pfannenstiel – Trego County Fair – 7-11-2025

The Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway is courtesy of A &amp; A Coors and Miller, Briney Motorsports, Advantage Glass Plus, Commercial Sign Company, Hull Broadcasting and the Eagle Media Center of Hays.

The UTV will be given away at a Fort Hays Football Game on Saturday, Sept. 13.

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 </figure>Congratulations to&nbsp; Danny Wasinger and&nbsp; Brett Davidson&nbsp;from Hays on being selected as finalists in the Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway on Friday at the Ellis County Fair.Congratulations to Erin Storer from Hays and Landon Paul from Hays&nbsp;on being selected as finalists in the Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway on Saturday at Doghouse Liquor.They join the following finalists.1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Garrett Bland – Relay for Life Golf Tournament – 6-13-2025 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Earl Brungardt – Relay for Life Golf Tournament – 6-13-2025 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tara Graham – LoKal Country Bar – 6-27-2025 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brad Leitner – LoKal Country Bar – 6-27-2025 5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Becky Wachs – Wild West Festival – 7-3-2025 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kirby Garrison – Wild West Festival – 7-3-2025 7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Marlin Sherfick – Trego County Fair – 7-11-2025 8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dale Pfannenstiel – Trego County Fair – 7-11-2025The Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway is courtesy of A &amp; A Coors and Miller, Briney Motorsports, Advantage Glass Plus, Commercial Sign Company, Hull Broadcasting and the Eagle Media Center of Hays.Keep listening to Eagle Radio and reading the Hays Post all summer long for your chance to become a finalist.The UTV will be given away at a Fort Hays Football Game on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Ellis County Fair, Doghouse Liquor finalists named for Lite Beer from Miller UTV Giveaway

By RANDY GONZALES Special to Hays Post

On a warm summertime evening, hundreds of baseball fans flock to Larks Park. Some are of a certain age, remembering days—and games—gone by. Others are youngsters who are just discovering the joy of summer baseball in Hays, America.

Young or old, there is something special about Larks baseball. When the home team rallies for a victory, people say it’s “Larks Magic.” But the magic goes far beyond what one can find between the white lines.

Fans look forward to fun in the sun every summer.

They wear their Larks T-shirts and caps; they chow down on Larks burgers; they catch up with other fans they might not have seen since the summer before. Their kids play catch behind the visitor’s dugout and fight for foul balls.&nbsp;

Frank Leo is in his 43rd season as the Larks’ manager.

When the original Jayhawk League disbanded after the 2018 season, Hays played in another league for a year before joining the Rocky Mountain Baseball League, where the Larks won their fifth title in six years this summer.

Hays has an automatic berth at the 91st National Baseball Congress World Series in Wichita. The Larks, who have made the season finale almost every year under Leo, open defense of their title on Thursday with a 6 p.m. game against the Seattle Blackfins at Eck Stadium. Like every year, a big Larks crowd is expected to cheer on their favorite team.

Leo, now 75, remembered the years when perhaps 50 fans would show up for a game, on a good night. However, with the help of community support, the program has slowly evolved into what it is today.

“It is a special story,” Leo said, “what it was and what it has become.”

The Larks program was in danger of folding, not that long ago. After recruiting a team for the 2007 season, the organization faced financial difficulties and was at risk of not being able to field a team that summer. Leo understood that could not be allowed to happen.

“I knew if you canceled something (for a season), you’re not going to get it back,” Leo said. “(College) coaches are going to be hesitant to send somebody out here. When you’re done for a couple of years, people may not support you as much as they did.”

“After 2007, I think we found out people wanted Larks baseball in the summertime,” he added. “That’s when it started getting bigger and bigger.”

Once word got out around town about the Larks’ financial woes in 2007, businesses rushed to sponsor games, allowing free admission to continue. The Larks also formed the Diamond Club, where individuals could contribute financially at different monetary levels.

Having game sponsors provides the organization with the necessary boost in income needed every year to field a team.

“The sponsorships are one of our big fundraisers,” Leo said. “It’s very key to our program.”

Winning helps, too. The Larks, year in and year out, rarely lose at home.

“There’s no substitute for winning,” Leo said. “Fortunately, we’ve been successful.”

Keith Harper was Leo’s pitching coach for all 39 years they were together coaching the Hays High School baseball team. Harper is now in his 20th summer as the pitching coach for the Larks.

Harper still throws batting practice even at 72 years old. You can find him on the mound day in, day out, tossing 300 or 400 pitches in 90-degree heat in the afternoon sun.

“I love it,” Harper said. “I’ve been doing it for 43 years.”

Leo and Harper have been together since their days at Fort Hays.

After playing for the Tigers, Leo was in his first year as an assistant coach when Harper joined the program.

A Colby native, Harper also played basketball for the Tigers and played everything but first base and catcher in the spring. A pitcher for the Colby American Legion team when he was in high school, Harper never pitched in college, but he studied pitching.

“It’s about understanding the game, and dedicating yourself to understanding the elements of pitching,” Leo said. “You don’t necessarily have to be a pitcher to teach people how to pitch. Keith has the knack of understanding the mechanics and being able to relate them to his players.”

During games, Harper studies the deliveries of his pitchers from his rocking chair next to the dugout.

You see, Harper likes to rock. He really likes to rock. About six years ago, he brought a portable folding rocking chair to the park.

“I said, ‘If I’m going to sit here and chart, I’d rather rock and chart,’ ” Harper said. “I love to rock.”

“It just relaxes me,” he added. “ I can’t explain it.”

Harper thinks of his pitchers like family. The players, the fans, the community–it’s a family atmosphere.

“That’s exactly what we wanted,” Harper said. “The community has bought in. They want to be a part of this.”

The community stepped up financially, and community members stepped up by volunteering to become host families.

“It’s a community event, the cheapest place to entertain yourself in Hays, Kansas,” Harper said. “We do entertain.”

Harper said he is asked by opposing coaches how the Larks draw so well, how they create such a good atmosphere. It’s a lot of hard work through the years, is his standard reply.

“Because of the passion, the money that’s been donated, the families who take care of these kids,” Harper said, “we’ve built a little monster at Larks Park.”

After a Larks’ home win, Frank Sinatra’s song “New York, New York,” can be heard blaring over the loudspeakers. That’s not by happenstance. It's a tribute to Leo, a New York City native and Yankee fan who came to Hays to play baseball at Fort Hays.

Ken Windholz–public address announcer for Fort Hays State University football and basketball games for the past 25 years–also has been the PA guy for Larks’ home games since 2013.

When Windholz took over announcing duties, he wanted the atmosphere at Larks Park to feel like a baseball game.

That’s where his treasure trove of recorded music comes into play. Windholz typically plays only about one-fourth of the songs he has on his laptop on any given night. What is happening on the field helps determine what songs to play.

“It has to fit the occasion, pick the crowd up,” Windholz said. “We play songs that are contemporary and some throwback stuff, nostalgic baseball songs.”

“I do have a game plan,” he added. “I do have songs that I use at exact intervals.”

Indeed, there are some songs that have become staples. In addition to “New York, New York,” before the home half of the eighth inning, fans can sing along to one of their favorites, Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline.”

Don’t be surprised to hear “Cotton-Eyed Joe,” and if one fan who usually shows up wearing a chicken mask is in attendance, you can count on the “Chicken Dance,” with the fan dancing for the crowd. Then there is “The Old Ball Park,” an original theme song just for the Larks.

The passion Windholz has for the Larks began when he attended games at Larks Park as a child. That passion for the team continues to this day.

Back in the day, as a youngster, Windholz had a job running the manual scoreboard beyond the fence in left field and would often ask to be the bat boy, too.

Larks Park became Windholz’s own field of dreams one summer night when the barnstorming Kansas City Monarchs came to town for an exhibition game with the Larks. Satchel Paige, a star pitcher in the Negro Leagues, was billed to pitch for the Monarchs.

Windholz was the bat boy for the Monarchs that evening, and along about the third inning, guess who slowly came ambling into the dugout? None other than Satchel Paige.

A few innings later, Paige motioned to Windholz to play catch with him so he could warm up before pitching.

Not even a teenager yet, Windholz had trouble catching Paige’s deliveries; he was known for his hesitation pitch, which befuddled batters.

“He threw about eight or 10 pitches, which I dropped,” Windholz said. “One thing I remember about his motion was how tall and lanky he was, and he threw the ball kind of like a slingshot. It would take off halfway to my mitt. That’s why I dropped it.”

After Paige made short work of the Larks, the star-struck boy from Hays had him autograph a baseball, which Windholz still has to this day.

Larks players these days will stick around and sign autographs for young fans. After all, they’re part of the family.

“We really encourage the family concept,” Windholz said. “The host families feel a part of it, too. Almost everything has a family-related theme to it.”

Players, coaches and fans all agree having players stay the summer with a family helps encourage that family feeling.

Deb Weatherbee’s family has played host to a Larks player for many a summer. She and her husband, Gary, and their three children have shared their home with a Lark since 1992. Often, a player will spend more than one summer with the same family.

The Weatherbees’ kids enjoyed having a player live with them.

“It was fun,” Weatherbee said. “They were like brothers. It was such a family thing.”

“They ate dinner with us,” she added. “They went to church with us.”

When their time in Hays was done, that did not mean the relationship was over.

“As our Larks move on, we keep in contact with almost all of them,” Weatherbee said.

Jessica and Kalor Moore, along with their 8-year-old son, Darrick, are hosting their first summer with a Larks player. They learned a Lark needed a home, and they offered theirs to pitcher Brooks Jones.

“We just reached out and said we would do it,” Jessica said. “It’s nice to know a player out there.”

The Moores feel that family atmosphere at the old ball park.

“Just the environment, the community coming together,” Jessica said, “that really makes a difference.”

As for Darrick, who likes having an older “brother” around the house, he just enjoys coming out to a game.

“I like being able to watch the players and hang out with my family,” he said.

Kalor said it’s nice to have Jones around, having an only child.

“We have a young son at home. We thought it would be good to give him someone to look up to,” Kalor said. “Brooks has essentially become part of our family.”

Jones has an older sister. Darrick has become his “little brother” this summer.

“I play video games and have Nerf gun battles with him,” Jones said. “It’s been a great time with him.”

Darrick said he wants to be a baseball player and play in the outfield. Look out, Larks, in about 10 years, you just might have him on your roster.

Dylan LaRue is in his first summer playing for the Larks. He was supposed to be with the team last year, but was injured playing college ball in the spring. He stays with the Windholz family, just like his older brother, Tyler, who stayed with them for two summers.

Dylan appreciates the fans, who come out in droves. For a weekend game, there might be more than a thousand in attendance, munching on Larks burgers and rooting for the beverage batter to get a hit.

“It’s been amazing,” he said. “The atmosphere, you can’t beat it as far as summer ball goes. It’s a blast being able to play in front of all the fans.”

LaRue also appreciates having a host family.

“Just having people welcoming us into their homes, taking care of us for the summer, it’s really a blessing,” he said. “They don’t have to do it, but they do it out of the goodness of their hearts.”

Outfielder Kaleb Duncan is playing in his second summer in Hays, and is staying with Daryl Gregg. Having host families helps the players, Duncan said.

“It’s definitely beneficial,” he said. “Anytime you’ve got a place to call home, just knowing they’re a second family, support you every game, is extremely beneficial.”

Jones appreciates having his very own cheering section when he is pitching.

“Every single time I’m on the mound, I hear my name being called on, which I think is a pretty cool thing,” he said. “After the game, everybody is talking to you, like a family.”

The Larks don’t have to worry about playing before a near-empty grandstand for home games.

Several hundred to more than a thousand fans come to cheer on their favorite team. Some sit in the stands. Others line up their lawn chairs along the fence.

On a recent hot, summer evening, Richard Lamb and his daughter, Jessica, were sitting in the top row of seats at a game, under the shade provided by the press box. Richard has been going to Larks games since he moved back to Kansas from Vermont 15 years ago.&nbsp;

“It’s really not (just) a ball game. It’s a social gathering,” Richard said. “The people just have a great time.”

“It’s a small town, a family atmosphere, all the players have host families they stay with all summer,” he added. “It’s a family thing.”

Jessica, who lived in Vermont, would go to Larks games as a kid when she visited Hays.

NWester: Larks ‘family’ creates magical summer in Hays

The 37th Annual Education Appreciation sponsored by Heartland Credit Union is fast approaching on August 26. The event will be held at Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, 2350 E. 8th from 5 to 7 p.m.

All Ellis County educators are invited to attend this impactful evening that celebrates their intentional contribution to cultivate Ellis County’s next generation of workforce and leaders. The evening includes dinner and dessert, a cash bar, lots of fun prizes, and swag bags full of great items from local sponsors.

Area administrators will introduce new faculty for this school year and share items of impact for their schools. This event is free to all Ellis County certified staff. Staff are encouraged to reach out to their building’s administrators to RSVP to attend ASAP.

Sponsorships for this event will be accepted through Monday, August 4. 

Sponsors at $100 foundation level will be included in marketing materials and be able to place branded items in the swag bags. Those contributing $250 at the core level will also receive two tickets to attend the event and have the option to have a table at the event and interact with educators. Premier sponsors at $700 will receive three tickets to attend, be included in a 30-second commercial featured event night, and also have a $25 Chamber Cheque given away on their behalf.

For more information about this event, contact Event and Program Coordinator Dinah Newman at dinah@hayschamber.com or call the Chamber in Hays at 785-628-8201.

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 </figure>The Chamber in HaysThe 37th Annual Education Appreciation sponsored by Heartland Credit Union is fast approaching on August 26. The event will be held at Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, 2350 E. 8th from 5 to 7 p.m.All Ellis County educators are invited to attend this impactful evening that celebrates their intentional contribution to cultivate Ellis County’s next generation of workforce and leaders. The evening includes dinner and dessert, a cash bar, lots of fun prizes, and swag bags full of great items from local sponsors.Area administrators will introduce new faculty for this school year and share items of impact for their schools. This event is free to all Ellis County certified staff. Staff are encouraged to reach out to their building’s administrators to RSVP to attend ASAP.Sponsorships for this event will be accepted through Monday, August 4. Sponsors at $100 foundation level will be included in marketing materials and be able to place branded items in the swag bags. Those contributing $250 at the core level will also receive two tickets to attend the event and have the option to have a table at the event and interact with educators. Premier sponsors at $700 will receive three tickets to attend, be included in a 30-second commercial featured event night, and also have a $25 Chamber Cheque given away on their behalf.For more information about this event, contact Event and Program Coordinator Dinah Newman at dinah@hayschamber.com or call the Chamber in Hays at 785-628-8201.

Education Appreciation in Ellis County set for Aug. 26; sponsorships open

HAYS
– The Hays Larks hit four home runs, stole seven bases and finished off the
weekend and season sweep of the Denver Cougars with a 12-5 win Sunday night at
Larks Park. The Larks extended their winning streak to 13 straight games overall
and have now won 15 straight at home.

After
both teams scored a run in the first, the Larks got two in the third to take
the lead for good. Jackson Babcock, who had four of the Larks 17 hits and
finished with five RBIs, drove in his first run on a double to right field to
give Hays a 2-1 lead. Wilbert Espinal followed with an RBI single to center.

The
Larks (28-4-1, 20-4 RMBL) blew the game open with a six run fourth which
included a pair of two-run homers from Kaleb Duncan and Espinal.

After
the Cougars (10-21, 8-16 RMBL) scored a run in the sixth, the Larks answered
with two in the bottom of the inning on solo homers from Babcock and Brady
Kreutzer.

Denver
struck for three more in the top of the seventh, but the Larks added a run in
the eighth on a Babcock double for the final score.

Larks
starting pitcher Julio Ramos (2-1) allowed one run on two hits with seven
strikeouts and two walks over five innings and picked up the win. Ryan Hanks
gave up four runs on five hits over 1 1/3 innings of relief. Jordan Stribling allowed
three hits over 2 2/3 scoreless innings with four strikeouts and no walks to
close the game out.

The
Larks had 17 hits in the game, their third straight game of double-figure hits
and 24th overall this summer.

The
Larks sweep the weekend series and take all five of their games with the Cougars
this season.

The
Larks close out the regular season Monday night at home against the Dodge City
A’s. Free admission for the 7:00 p.m. game courtesy of Pepsi, Walmart, Ellis
County Councils-Knights of Columbus and Vyve Broadband. It’s also the final
night for Pack the Pantry. Fans are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food
item which will be donated to the Community Assistance Center.

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 </figure>Hays Post SportsHAYS
– The Hays Larks hit four home runs, stole seven bases and finished off the
weekend and season sweep of the Denver Cougars with a 12-5 win Sunday night at
Larks Park. The Larks extended their winning streak to 13 straight games overall
and have now won 15 straight at home.After
both teams scored a run in the first, the Larks got two in the third to take
the lead for good. Jackson Babcock, who had four of the Larks 17 hits and
finished with five RBIs, drove in his first run on a double to right field to
give Hays a 2-1 lead. Wilbert Espinal followed with an RBI single to center.The
Larks (28-4-1, 20-4 RMBL) blew the game open with a six run fourth which
included a pair of two-run homers from Kaleb Duncan and Espinal.After
the Cougars (10-21, 8-16 RMBL) scored a run in the sixth, the Larks answered
with two in the bottom of the inning on solo homers from Babcock and Brady
Kreutzer.Denver
struck for three more in the top of the seventh, but the Larks added a run in
the eighth on a Babcock double for the final score.Larks
starting pitcher Julio Ramos (2-1) allowed one run on two hits with seven
strikeouts and two walks over five innings and picked up the win. Ryan Hanks
gave up four runs on five hits over 1 1/3 innings of relief. Jordan Stribling allowed
three hits over 2 2/3 scoreless innings with four strikeouts and no walks to
close the game out.HIT
PARADEThe
Larks had 17 hits in the game, their third straight game of double-figure hits
and 24th overall this summer.SEASON
SWEEPThe
Larks sweep the weekend series and take all five of their games with the Cougars
this season.UP
NEXTThe
Larks close out the regular season Monday night at home against the Dodge City
A’s. Free admission for the 7:00 p.m. game courtesy of Pepsi, Walmart, Ellis
County Councils-Knights of Columbus and Vyve Broadband. It’s also the final
night for Pack the Pantry. Fans are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food
item which will be donated to the Community Assistance Center.

⚾ Larks hit 4 homers, finish off sweep of Cougars

A rezoning request for the former Lincoln School property at 1906 Ash from public and institutional district to multi-family district will be presented during a Hays Area Planning Commission public hearing on Monday, July 21.

Hays developer Michael Graham plans to remodel the former school into  26 to 28 one- and two-bedroom apartments as well as building seven 4-plexes on the surrounding area east of the building.

The 100-year-old elementary school was closed in May as a part of the ongoing USD 489 bond projects.&nbsp;

The meeting begins at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main.

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 </figure>Hays PostA rezoning request for the former Lincoln School property at 1906 Ash from public and institutional district to multi-family district will be presented during a Hays Area Planning Commission public hearing on Monday, July 21.Hays developer Michael Graham plans to remodel the former school into 26 to 28 one- and two-bedroom apartments as well as building seven 4-plexes on the surrounding area east of the building.The 100-year-old elementary school was closed in May as a part of the ongoing USD 489 bond projects.&nbsp;The meeting begins at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main.

Public hearing Monday for rezoning of former Lincoln School into housing development

Hays USD 489 school district officials are requesting a variance in the sign height and square feet for a larger than normal monument sign at 2300 E. 13th. The new Hays High/Middle School buildings are set back further than typical from the street for institutional or commercial buildings.&nbsp;

A larger sign is necessary to maintain adequate visibility and scale for motorists approaching the site. 

Under current regulations for monument signs in public and institutional zoning district, the maximum allowable sign area is 36 square feet, and the maximum height is 12 feet. USD 489 is requesting a sign area of 81.75 square feet and a total height of 13 feet 10 inches.&nbsp;

A rezoning request will be held Monday, July 21 at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall by the Hays Area Board of Zoning Appeals.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hays PostHays USD 489 school district officials are requesting a variance in the sign height and square feet for a larger than normal monument sign at 2300 E. 13th. The new Hays High/Middle School buildings are set back further than typical from the street for institutional or commercial buildings.&nbsp;A larger sign is necessary to maintain adequate visibility and scale for motorists approaching the site. Under current regulations for monument signs in public and institutional zoning district, the maximum allowable sign area is 36 square feet, and the maximum height is 12 feet. USD 489 is requesting a sign area of 81.75 square feet and a total height of 13 feet 10 inches.&nbsp;A rezoning request will be held Monday, July 21 at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall by the Hays Area Board of Zoning Appeals.&nbsp;

Zoning appeal hearing Monday for Hays High/Middle schools new monument sign

Reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Doug Williams of Grow Hays about the property taxes and ongoing building projects on this episode of the Hays Post Podcast.

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

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🎙 Post Podcast: Doug Williams of Grow Hays on property taxes

By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

The Ellis County Fair debuted one of its new grandstand events featuring Midget Wrestling Warriors.

Wrestling fans gathered at the Ellis County Fairgrounds on Friday to watch performers soar off the top rope and slam each other onto the mat.

The fair concluded on Saturday with the Moto Rodeo, marking the end of a week filled with family fun and nightly entertainment.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6fc57391-a497-4027-a3a0-77b377726ea9">SEE RELATED STORY: Ellis County Fair 2025 RPM Speedway races</a>

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 </figure><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5fKY-UCFquA?si=amKVGcxgtDmVLJUI" 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>Music Courtesy of PixabayBy TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThe Ellis County Fair debuted one of its new grandstand events featuring Midget Wrestling Warriors.Wrestling fans gathered at the Ellis County Fairgrounds on Friday to watch performers soar off the top rope and slam each other onto the mat.The fair concluded on Saturday with the Moto Rodeo, marking the end of a week filled with family fun and nightly entertainment.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6fc57391-a497-4027-a3a0-77b377726ea9">SEE RELATED STORY: Ellis County Fair 2025 RPM Speedway races</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/d33f02a2-1e2c-4f82-996b-b558bd1360cd">SEE RELATED STORY: Ellis County Fair 2025 KPRA Rodeo</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/f53dc94a-5ff3-400b-b1a1-4ab7afed9ac7">SEE RELATED STORY: Ellis County Fair 2025 Ranch Rodeo</a>

Midget wrestling shakes up 2025 Ellis County Fair

BROOKINGS, S.D. — South Dakota State University announces Nicholas Joe Schwien of Hays has graduated following the spring 2025 semester.

Schwien graduated with a Master of Mass Communication from SDSU's College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

Almost 1,500 students completed all requirements for a degree and/or certificate program. Overall, students from 34 states and 28 nations graduated following the spring 2025 semester. Nearly 70 students received two or more degrees or certificates from a college

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 </figure>South Dakota State UniversityBROOKINGS, S.D. — South Dakota State University announces Nicholas Joe Schwien of Hays has graduated following the spring 2025 semester.Schwien graduated with a Master of Mass Communication from SDSU's College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.Almost 1,500 students completed all requirements for a degree and/or certificate program. Overall, students from 34 states and 28 nations graduated following the spring 2025 semester. Nearly 70 students received two or more degrees or certificates from a college

Hays student earns master's degree from South Dakota State University

Fort Hays State University Online is excited to announce its upcoming "Tiger Take Over" – a live SMS event designed to provide prospective students with direct access to Online Admissions Advisors.

The "Tiger Take Over" will be held on Tuesday, July 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST. During this three-hour window, participants can text their questions directly to FHSU's Online Admissions Advisors. This unique format allows for personalized, real-time guidance on a range of crucial topics, including:

• The Application Process: Step-by-step assistance for submitting a successful application. • Online Programs: Information on the diverse array of undergraduate degrees available online. • Financial Assistance: Guidance on understanding and applying for various forms of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans. • Online Student Resources: An overview of the academic and support services designed specifically for FHSU's online learners.

Students who register early for the "Tiger Take Over" will receive free FHSU swag. Additionally, all attendees who participate in the live event will be entered into a drawing to win a scholarship to help fund their education.

To register, please visit:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqu3cO1XpEFPuS1rEa-2BbkLfYkD3ENj3axddlMRMTB8WcWo9n7_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOk0Wl5q32uWVzhGtx0j1HlHaXCp-2FCT6OsOLKuW-2BLoKam8GfducifqPw2K7u50xwZu-2B4cPpKRVg7YZo4RBpsu7oDkbDpclclNHf-2FN8SF-2FNkRyb7kiC9F-2FucTGkHp1Uykh79HmjlYTDT5qAwdgNHHfsJpaOaW7llkkZ3SPYCf-2FtcOjhuZrdei3Kx4J3Rlcri1dpJo3GxkxfTa3s2jhHHX4Dti08H6Qw0-2F2-2F2cbp8hHbuAz3VYGvOxebTbNePhpuxRhn">www.fhsu.edu/online/events/</a>.

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 </figure>FHSU University CommunicationsFort Hays State University Online is excited to announce its upcoming "Tiger Take Over" – a live SMS event designed to provide prospective students with direct access to Online Admissions Advisors.The "Tiger Take Over" will be held on Tuesday, July 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST. During this three-hour window, participants can text their questions directly to FHSU's Online Admissions Advisors. This unique format allows for personalized, real-time guidance on a range of crucial topics, including:• The Application Process: Step-by-step assistance for submitting a successful application. • Online Programs: Information on the diverse array of undergraduate degrees available online. • Financial Assistance: Guidance on understanding and applying for various forms of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans. • Online Student Resources: An overview of the academic and support services designed specifically for FHSU's online learners.Students who register early for the "Tiger Take Over" will receive free FHSU swag. Additionally, all attendees who participate in the live event will be entered into a drawing to win a scholarship to help fund their education.To register, please visit:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqu3cO1XpEFPuS1rEa-2BbkLfYkD3ENj3axddlMRMTB8WcWo9n7_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOk0Wl5q32uWVzhGtx0j1HlHaXCp-2FCT6OsOLKuW-2BLoKam8GfducifqPw2K7u50xwZu-2B4cPpKRVg7YZo4RBpsu7oDkbDpclclNHf-2FN8SF-2FNkRyb7kiC9F-2FucTGkHp1Uykh79HmjlYTDT5qAwdgNHHfsJpaOaW7llkkZ3SPYCf-2FtcOjhuZrdei3Kx4J3Rlcri1dpJo3GxkxfTa3s2jhHHX4Dti08H6Qw0-2F2-2F2cbp8hHbuAz3VYGvOxebTbNePhpuxRhn">www.fhsu.edu/online/events/</a>.

'Tiger Take Over' online event set for July 29

The Eagle Media Center in Hays will be hosting marketing workshops on Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m. 

 The workshops will be at the Eagle Media Center at 2300 Hall Street in Hays. 

 To book a time to attend or for more information, please call Scarlett at 785-301-2211.

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 </figure>The Eagle Media Center in Hays will be hosting marketing workshops on Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m. The workshops will be at the Eagle Media Center at 2300 Hall Street in Hays. To book a time to attend or for more information, please call Scarlett at 785-301-2211.

Eagle Media marketing workshops set for Aug. 27

HAYS – The Hays Larks built a big lead then held off a ninth
inning Denver rally and beat the Cougars 9-6 in the middle game of their three-game
series at Larks Park.

The Larks (27-4-1, 19-4 RMBL) ran their winning streak to 12
straight overall and 14 straight at home. The Cougars (10-20, 8-15 RMBL) drop
their third straight and are winless in five tries versus the Larks this season.

Paul Smith got the Larks on the board with a two-run homer
in the fourth. Lorenzo Rios added and RBI double and CJ Reid a run scoring
triple to push the lead to 4-0.

After Denver scored a run in the top of the fifth, the Larks
answered with two in the bottom of the inning on a pair of groundouts.

The Larks plated two in the sixth on a Kaleb Duncan RBI
double and Wilbert Espinal two-run home run to push the lead to 9-1.

The Cougars put together a rally in the ninth with a solo
and three-run homer. They then got a two-out, two-run double to pull within
three. Adrian Najar got a strikeout to end the rally and the game.

Trent Baker (3-1) allowed one run on two hits with two strikeouts
and four walks over the first five innings and picked up the win. Brooks Jones followed
with two scoreless innings. Adrian Najar gave up five runs on six hits with
five strikeouts and two walks over the final two frames.

Lorenzo Rios had three of the Larks 15 hits. Wilbert Espinal
and Paul Smith both drove in three runs.

The Larks go for the season sweep of the Cougars Sunday night when they wrap up the series at 6:00 p.m. Admission
is free courtesy of Meier Electric, Ellis Estates and Bruckner Truck Sales. Fans are encouraged
to bring a non-perishable food item which will be donated to the Community
Assistance Center.

Hays Post SportsHAYS – The Hays Larks built a big lead then held off a ninth
inning Denver rally and beat the Cougars 9-6 in the middle game of their three-game
series at Larks Park.The Larks (27-4-1, 19-4 RMBL) ran their winning streak to 12
straight overall and 14 straight at home. The Cougars (10-20, 8-15 RMBL) drop
their third straight and are winless in five tries versus the Larks this season.Paul Smith got the Larks on the board with a two-run homer
in the fourth. Lorenzo Rios added and RBI double and CJ Reid a run scoring
triple to push the lead to 4-0.After Denver scored a run in the top of the fifth, the Larks
answered with two in the bottom of the inning on a pair of groundouts.The Larks plated two in the sixth on a Kaleb Duncan RBI
double and Wilbert Espinal two-run home run to push the lead to 9-1.The Cougars put together a rally in the ninth with a solo
and three-run homer. They then got a two-out, two-run double to pull within
three. Adrian Najar got a strikeout to end the rally and the game.Trent Baker (3-1) allowed one run on two hits with two strikeouts
and four walks over the first five innings and picked up the win. Brooks Jones followed
with two scoreless innings. Adrian Najar gave up five runs on six hits with
five strikeouts and two walks over the final two frames.Lorenzo Rios had three of the Larks 15 hits. Wilbert Espinal
and Paul Smith both drove in three runs.UP NEXTThe Larks go for the season sweep of the Cougars Sunday night when they wrap up the series at 6:00 p.m. Admission
is free courtesy of Meier Electric, Ellis Estates and Bruckner Truck Sales. Fans are encouraged
to bring a non-perishable food item which will be donated to the Community
Assistance Center.

⚾ Larks hold off ninth inning rally to beat Cougars

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The National Weather Service in Dodge City is forecasting a chance of thunderstorms before 10 tonight in Hays and areas directly west and north.

The main hazards will be wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph, accompanied by locally heavy rainfall and possible hail.

In a second area, south and west of Hays, including Scott City and Garden City, there is a chance of thunderstorms between 8:30 and 10:30 tonight.

Threats include winds of 50 to 60 mph and heavy rain.

The forecast for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is dry and includes highs at or above 100 degrees.

A chance for rain returns Wednesday night.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe National Weather Service in Dodge City is forecasting a chance of thunderstorms before 10 tonight in Hays and areas directly west and north.The main hazards will be wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph, accompanied by locally heavy rainfall and possible hail.In a second area, south and west of Hays, including Scott City and Garden City, there is a chance of thunderstorms between 8:30 and 10:30 tonight.Threats include winds of 50 to 60 mph and heavy rain.The forecast for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is dry and includes highs at or above 100 degrees.A chance for rain returns Wednesday night.

Chances for thunderstorms in Hays tonight, then heat is on

A man was booked into the Ellis County Jail Friday on a requested charge of attempted second-degree murder.

Cody Evan&nbsp;Garrett, 37, was booked into the jail at 4:39 a.m. Friday for allegedly choking a family member, according to jail records.

The requested charges on the booking report included attempted second-degree murder, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, criminal threat and criminal damage to property.

Ellis County Sheriff Scott Braun said the case is still under investigation. He said more information would be released at a later date.

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostA man was booked into the Ellis County Jail Friday on a requested charge of attempted second-degree murder.Cody Evan&nbsp;Garrett, 37, was booked into the jail at 4:39 a.m. Friday for allegedly choking a family member, according to jail records.The requested charges on the booking report included attempted second-degree murder, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, criminal threat and criminal damage to property.Ellis County Sheriff Scott Braun said the case is still under investigation. He said more information would be released at a later date.

Man booked into Ellis County Jail on attempted second-degree murder charge

The Hays Larks host the Denver Cougars in the second game of a Rocky Mountain Baseball League series matchup at Larks Park Saturday night.

The first pitch is set for 7 p.m. from Larks Park.

You can catch on the action on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@hayslarksbaseball/streams">Larks YouTube channel.</a>

Hays Larks baseball on HaysPost.com is courtesy of the Hays
Larks. The broadcast is produced by the Hays Larks

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Larks. The broadcast is produced by the Hays Larks

⚾🎥 WATCH LIVE Hays Larks hosts Denver

Kenneth 'Ken' Alfred Dechant, 73, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on July 15th, 2025, at
Smoky Hill Health &amp; Rehabilitation. Born on April 14th, 1952, in Hays,
Kansas, the son of Alfred “Fritz” W. Dechant and Dorothy (Honas) Dechant.

&nbsp;Ken
graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1970, then joined the Army
Reserves in 1971. He was stationed at the 388th Medical Battalion in Hays,
Kansas, and served there until he was honorably discharged in March of 1977. He
then went on to receive his associate’s degree in accounting and business
administration/management from Brown Mackie College in 1991.&nbsp;

On
July 8th, 1972, Ken married the love of his life, Judy Ann Werth. Fr.
Steve Letourneau united them in marriage at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in
Hays, Kansas. Their union was a celebration of love and dedication that
prospered over the next 53 years.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Ken
worked as a grocery manager at Dillons in Great Bend, Kansas for 10 years.
After moving to Salina, he worked 9 years as the safety coordinator at Dillons.
He then went on to work for Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C as a Communications
Specialist II, retiring in September of 2014.

On
any given day of the week, you could find Ken watching the KC Chiefs, KC
Royals, or Gunsmoke. He also enjoyed playing card games with family and
friends, such as pitch or pinochle. His favorite pastime of all was watching
his children and grandchildren's sports games, band concerts, Special Olympics
bowling, and various other activities. Rain or shine, he would be in the crowd
cheering for his family at every event.

He
was a member of St. Mary Queen of the Universe Parish in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;

Ken
was preceded in death by his father Alfred 'Fritz' W. Dechant, younger sister
Joyce D. Dechant, and nephew Wade M. Dreiling.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kenneth 'Ken' Alfred Dechant, 73, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on July 15th, 2025, at
Smoky Hill Health &amp; Rehabilitation. Born on April 14th, 1952, in Hays,
Kansas, the son of Alfred “Fritz” W. Dechant and Dorothy (Honas) Dechant.&nbsp;Ken
graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1970, then joined the Army
Reserves in 1971. He was stationed at the 388th Medical Battalion in Hays,
Kansas, and served there until he was honorably discharged in March of 1977. He
then went on to receive his associate’s degree in accounting and business
administration/management from Brown Mackie College in 1991.&nbsp;On
July 8th, 1972, Ken married the love of his life, Judy Ann Werth. Fr.
Steve Letourneau united them in marriage at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in
Hays, Kansas. Their union was a celebration of love and dedication that
prospered over the next 53 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ken
worked as a grocery manager at Dillons in Great Bend, Kansas for 10 years.
After moving to Salina, he worked 9 years as the safety coordinator at Dillons.
He then went on to work for Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C as a Communications
Specialist II, retiring in September of 2014.On
any given day of the week, you could find Ken watching the KC Chiefs, KC
Royals, or Gunsmoke. He also enjoyed playing card games with family and
friends, such as pitch or pinochle. His favorite pastime of all was watching
his children and grandchildren's sports games, band concerts, Special Olympics
bowling, and various other activities. Rain or shine, he would be in the crowd
cheering for his family at every event.He
was a member of St. Mary Queen of the Universe Parish in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;Ken
was preceded in death by his father Alfred 'Fritz' W. Dechant, younger sister
Joyce D. Dechant, and nephew Wade M. Dreiling.&nbsp;Remaining
to cherish Ken's memory are his wife Judy, his mother Dorothy Dechant;&nbsp;
Sisters: Linda Rohr (Allen), Janice Prater, and Marybeth Dreiling (Bruce);
Children: Ryan Dechant (Courtney), Tara Dechant, Erica Dechant, and Adam
Dechant (Chaneil); Grandchildren: Ashlyn, Ariel, Skylar, Cooper, Finley, and
Kaidyn Dechant; and many more nieces, nephews, and relatives.Visitation
will be held at St. Mary Queen of the Universe on Thursday, July 24th from 6:00
to 8:00 pm, located at 230 E Cloud St. Salina, KS 67401.&nbsp;A
funeral mass will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, July 25th at St. Mary’s, with
Fr. Kevin Weber officiating. An Inurnment ceremony will be held immediately
after at All Saints Catholic Cemetery, located at 3350 E Crawford St. Salina,
KS 67401.&nbsp;The
family invites everyone to a luncheon at St. Mary’s Parish Hall directly
following the Inurnment.Memorials
will be decided upon by the family at a later date and can be made in care of
Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St., Salina, KS, 67401