DOWNS—Get ready to step into the enchanting realm of storytelling at the upcoming Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs, Kansas! Scheduled for April 26 and 27, this extraordinary event promises a weekend filled with laughter, wonder, and connection.

Professional Storyteller Dianna Waite, from Salina, Kansas, describes the festival experience: "The Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs gets better and better every year. As the stories unfold, the audience and tellers grow closer together, learning that our stories are universal and connect us all."

Set in the warm and welcoming community of Downs in north central Kansas, this festival offers an intimate setting where attendees can forge meaningful connections. "The community of Downs is warm and welcoming," adds Waite, "The crowds are small enough to allow everyone to share their stories with each other and the five featured tellers. It is a weekend-long hug!"

“As a Master Storyteller, witnessing the joy of eyes lighting up, hearing bursts of unguarded laughter, and seeing the heartfelt connections forged among the audience are truly rewards of storytelling,” said Kenneth Lee.

You can purchase your festival admission buttons online and pick them up at registration, 507 S Morgan Ave., one door north of the Downs Memorial Hall.

For more information and to purchase admission buttons, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/">https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/</a>.

SubmittedDOWNS—Get ready to step into the enchanting realm of storytelling at the upcoming Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs, Kansas! Scheduled for April 26 and 27, this extraordinary event promises a weekend filled with laughter, wonder, and connection.Professional Storyteller Dianna Waite, from Salina, Kansas, describes the festival experience: "The Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs gets better and better every year. As the stories unfold, the audience and tellers grow closer together, learning that our stories are universal and connect us all."Set in the warm and welcoming community of Downs in north central Kansas, this festival offers an intimate setting where attendees can forge meaningful connections. "The community of Downs is warm and welcoming," adds Waite, "The crowds are small enough to allow everyone to share their stories with each other and the five featured tellers. It is a weekend-long hug!"“As a Master Storyteller, witnessing the joy of eyes lighting up, hearing bursts of unguarded laughter, and seeing the heartfelt connections forged among the audience are truly rewards of storytelling,” said Kenneth Lee.You can purchase your festival admission buttons online and pick them up at registration, 507 S Morgan Ave., one door north of the Downs Memorial Hall.For more information and to purchase admission buttons, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/">https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/</a>.

Experience the magic of storytelling at the Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs

Per Ellis County
Resolution 2017-4, the Ellis County Fire Department is announcing the
implementation of a temporary burn ban in all the unincorporated areas of Ellis
County effective Monday, April 22. 

While in a burn ban, this limits the open
burning of garden/yard debris, pastures, ditches or other materials. However, normal household
trash can still be burnt in a barrel with a protected screened cover.

The burn ban is being implemented due to the increasing temperatures, lower levels of humidity, and a long spell without significant
measurable moisture throughout the entire county.

It is hopeful a significant amount of moisture
will blanket Ellis County in the coming weeks. If so, an
announcement will be made when the ban is lifted.

As always,
if anyone ever questions if a fire is about
to become out of control,
or may see a potential fire,
please call 911 immediately to get emergency personnel to respond as quickly as
possible.

Ellis County&nbsp;Per Ellis County
Resolution 2017-4, the Ellis County Fire Department is announcing the
implementation of a temporary burn ban in all the unincorporated areas of Ellis
County effective Monday, April 22. While in a burn ban, this limits the open
burning of garden/yard debris, pastures, ditches or other materials. However, normal household
trash can still be burnt in a barrel with a protected screened cover.The burn ban is being implemented due to the increasing temperatures, lower levels of humidity, and a long spell without significant
measurable moisture throughout the entire county.It is hopeful a significant amount of moisture
will blanket Ellis County in the coming weeks. If so, an
announcement will be made when the ban is lifted.As always,
if anyone ever questions if a fire is about
to become out of control,
or may see a potential fire,
please call 911 immediately to get emergency personnel to respond as quickly as
possible.

Ellis County burn ban in effect Monday

The Chamber in Hays, Kansas is
excited to announce an upcoming event aimed at child care providers to enhance
their professional development. 

The Child Care Provider
Professional Development Series: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Environments is
scheduled at 6 p.m., April 25 at The Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, 2350
E. 8th St.

Sarah Wasinger, president and CEO
of The Chamber in Hays, said The Chamber is proud to offer professional
development for area child care providers.

"We are committed to
supporting the growth and development of child care providers in our community,”
Wasinger said. “This series offers valuable training and resources to enhance
the quality of care for our children."

Brenda Holopirek, a professional
development trainer and regional community consultant with Child Care Aware of
Kansas, is set to bring a wealth of experience and expertise to event, having
served in various roles within the early childhood education field for over
three decades. 

Attendees will have the
opportunity to learn about designing cost-effective outdoor learning
environments and receive two hours of KDHE health and safety-approved training.

In addition to the training
session, the event will offer free fingerprinting services from 5:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. Preference will be given to child care providers and their spouses
whose fingerprints expire within 45 - 60 days of each event. 

Fingerprinting services will also
be available during the remaining Child Care Task Force of Ellis County evening
meetings and the November 14 professional development event.

"We understand the
importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for our children, and
offering fingerprinting services is just one way we support our child care
providers in maintaining high standards of care," Wasinger said.

Attendees can register for the
event at a cost of $5 per person. RSVPs are requested by noon Tuesday to
ensure an adequate supply of materials and handouts for all participants.

For more information or to RSVP,
please visit The Chamber in Hays, Kansas website, <a href="https://hayschamber.com/">hayschamber.com</a>.

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 </figure>The Chamber in HaysThe Chamber in Hays, Kansas is
excited to announce an upcoming event aimed at child care providers to enhance
their professional development. The Child Care Provider
Professional Development Series: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Environments is
scheduled at 6 p.m., April 25 at The Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, 2350
E. 8th St.Sarah Wasinger, president and CEO
of The Chamber in Hays, said The Chamber is proud to offer professional
development for area child care providers."We are committed to
supporting the growth and development of child care providers in our community,”
Wasinger said. “This series offers valuable training and resources to enhance
the quality of care for our children."Brenda Holopirek, a professional
development trainer and regional community consultant with Child Care Aware of
Kansas, is set to bring a wealth of experience and expertise to event, having
served in various roles within the early childhood education field for over
three decades. Attendees will have the
opportunity to learn about designing cost-effective outdoor learning
environments and receive two hours of KDHE health and safety-approved training.In addition to the training
session, the event will offer free fingerprinting services from 5:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. Preference will be given to child care providers and their spouses
whose fingerprints expire within 45 - 60 days of each event. Fingerprinting services will also
be available during the remaining Child Care Task Force of Ellis County evening
meetings and the November 14 professional development event."We understand the
importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for our children, and
offering fingerprinting services is just one way we support our child care
providers in maintaining high standards of care," Wasinger said.Attendees can register for the
event at a cost of $5 per person. RSVPs are requested by noon Tuesday to
ensure an adequate supply of materials and handouts for all participants.For more information or to RSVP,
please visit The Chamber in Hays, Kansas website, <a href="https://hayschamber.com/">hayschamber.com</a>.

Child Care Provider Professional Development Series: Enhancing outdoor learning environments scheduled

Congrats to today's Cash Grab Winner, Amy Williams of Park!

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On Saturday April 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This event allows for the public to anonymously dispose of old, unused, unwanted, or no longer needed medications. Theevent will be held in the north parking lot of the Ellis County Law Enforcement Center, 105 W. 12th St, in Hays.

The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting. 

Items that will be accepted are tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. 

Prescription medications can be disposed of in the original container or placed in a Ziploc bag. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent leakage. 

Syringes, sharps and illicit drugs will not be accepted.


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Ellis County Sheriff teams with the DEA for drug take back event

Sunflower Audubon to present 'Cliff Swallows'

Old Iron is back after a 15-year break! As part of the 150th Anniversary of Rush County, Kansas, the people of Otis have resurrected Old Iron Days for a one-time encore celebration. The celebration will be held on April 26-28, 2024 in downtown Otis.

Events begin on Friday the 26th at 6 pm with a Pancake Feed sponsored by the Otis Lions Club under the People’s Bank tent in the Otis City Park. Live music will be provided by “Off Duty.” A free will offering will be taken.

On Saturday morning, events kick off with a car and antique tractor show from 10 am - 2 pm. Military vehicles will also be on display. There will be live blacksmithing demonstrations, and the Mountain Man Rendezvous will feature historical reenactments from the early 1800s. Food and craft vendors, games for the kids, and more will be set up downtown. The Rush County Historical Society will exhibit historical displays in the Senior Center from 10 am - 2 pm and after the parade. Balloons from the Messer Helium Plant will be available for the kids from 10 am – 12:00 pm.

At 2:30 pm, the parade kicks off on Main Street featuring tractors, cars, and floats from the late 1800s to the present. On Sunday, April 28, the celebration will conclude with a community worship service under the People’s Bank tent at 10:30 am. Everyone is welcome.

The Otis Old Iron Days celebration was founded in 1987 as a vision of Jim Funk, Harry Schneider, Ory Petersilie, and&nbsp;Jenny Landers, of Otis. Their idea was to give antique farm equipment collectors a chance to showcase and celebrate these historic artifacts of the past while providing a day of fun and entertainment. The last Old Iron Days celebration was held in April 2011. Old Iron Days 2024 is sponsored by the Otis Lions Club.

Throughout 2024, Rush County is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a year-long celebration,&nbsp;The 150-Year Rush. On December 5, 1874, Kansas Governor Thomas Osborn signed a proclamation formally establishing Rush County, Kansas. To commemorate, special sesquicentennial events are being held each month throughout the county. All events are open to the public.

For more information, or a complete schedule of events, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.rushcounty.org/">www.rushcounty.org</a>&nbsp;or contact Rush County Economic Development at 785-222-2808 or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:celebrate150@rushcounty.org">celebrate150@rushcounty.org</a>.

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 </figure>SubmittedOld Iron is back after a 15-year break! As part of the 150th Anniversary of Rush County, Kansas, the people of Otis have resurrected Old Iron Days for a one-time encore celebration. The celebration will be held on April 26-28, 2024 in downtown Otis.Events begin on Friday the 26th at 6 pm with a Pancake Feed sponsored by the Otis Lions Club under the People’s Bank tent in the Otis City Park. Live music will be provided by “Off Duty.” A free will offering will be taken.On Saturday morning, events kick off with a car and antique tractor show from 10 am - 2 pm. Military vehicles will also be on display. There will be live blacksmithing demonstrations, and the Mountain Man Rendezvous will feature historical reenactments from the early 1800s. Food and craft vendors, games for the kids, and more will be set up downtown. The Rush County Historical Society will exhibit historical displays in the Senior Center from 10 am - 2 pm and after the parade. Balloons from the Messer Helium Plant will be available for the kids from 10 am – 12:00 pm.At 2:30 pm, the parade kicks off on Main Street featuring tractors, cars, and floats from the late 1800s to the present. On Sunday, April 28, the celebration will conclude with a community worship service under the People’s Bank tent at 10:30 am. Everyone is welcome.The Otis Old Iron Days celebration was founded in 1987 as a vision of Jim Funk, Harry Schneider, Ory Petersilie, and&nbsp;Jenny Landers, of Otis. Their idea was to give antique farm equipment collectors a chance to showcase and celebrate these historic artifacts of the past while providing a day of fun and entertainment. The last Old Iron Days celebration was held in April 2011. Old Iron Days 2024 is sponsored by the Otis Lions Club.Throughout 2024, Rush County is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a year-long celebration,&nbsp;The 150-Year Rush. On December 5, 1874, Kansas Governor Thomas Osborn signed a proclamation formally establishing Rush County, Kansas. To commemorate, special sesquicentennial events are being held each month throughout the county. All events are open to the public.For more information, or a complete schedule of events, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.rushcounty.org/">www.rushcounty.org</a>&nbsp;or contact Rush County Economic Development at 785-222-2808 or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:celebrate150@rushcounty.org">celebrate150@rushcounty.org</a>.

Old Iron Days returns to Otis

Kiwanis Youth Benefit Shoot planned

TOPEKA&nbsp;— Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages Kansas jobseekers and employers seeking new talent to participate in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair. Hosted by&nbsp;KANSASWORKS, the job fair will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 24.

“As companies look to Kansas as a place to expand their work, we are continuing to see an influx of workforce opportunities,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “I encourage every Kansan looking to expand their skills or professional development to sign up for the virtual job fair and see what employers across the state have to offer.”

The Virtual Job Fair portal will include helpful information such as a jobseeker training video, a list of participating employers and channels for attendees to register and log in. Jobseekers are encouraged to dress professionally, as employers may request to engage in a video interview.

Candidates can participate through any digital device. Any individual with a disability may request accommodations by contacting their nearest workforce center at (877) 509-6757 prior to the event.

Registration is required to participate in virtual job fairs, regardless of previous participation. To register, click&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXBwLnByZW1pZXJ2aXJ0dWFsLmNvbS9ldmVudHMvMTU5M2QwYTAtYjMwMC00NDY1LWI1MGItMTU4NGNiZGQ0MmQ0L2thbnNhc3dvcmtzLXZpcnR1YWwtc3RhdGV3aWRlLWpvYi1mYWlyLWFwcmlsLTI0LTIwMjQiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjQwNDE3LjkzNDgyMzgxIn0._mPdrjxC0XLdM-hIYr4b9g_9k_I6MBmEwb8nMQUyfns/s/1303179659/br/240880209789-l">here</a>.

Kansas Department of CommerceTOPEKA&nbsp;— Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages Kansas jobseekers and employers seeking new talent to participate in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair. Hosted by&nbsp;KANSASWORKS, the job fair will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 24.“As companies look to Kansas as a place to expand their work, we are continuing to see an influx of workforce opportunities,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “I encourage every Kansan looking to expand their skills or professional development to sign up for the virtual job fair and see what employers across the state have to offer.”The Virtual Job Fair portal will include helpful information such as a jobseeker training video, a list of participating employers and channels for attendees to register and log in. Jobseekers are encouraged to dress professionally, as employers may request to engage in a video interview.Candidates can participate through any digital device. Any individual with a disability may request accommodations by contacting their nearest workforce center at (877) 509-6757 prior to the event.Registration is required to participate in virtual job fairs, regardless of previous participation. To register, click&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXBwLnByZW1pZXJ2aXJ0dWFsLmNvbS9ldmVudHMvMTU5M2QwYTAtYjMwMC00NDY1LWI1MGItMTU4NGNiZGQ0MmQ0L2thbnNhc3dvcmtzLXZpcnR1YWwtc3RhdGV3aWRlLWpvYi1mYWlyLWFwcmlsLTI0LTIwMjQiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjQwNDE3LjkzNDgyMzgxIn0._mPdrjxC0XLdM-hIYr4b9g_9k_I6MBmEwb8nMQUyfns/s/1303179659/br/240880209789-l">here</a>.

Numerous career opportunities available at Commerce Virtual Job Fair

Friends of Hays Public Library Book Sale today, Saturday

Congrats to today's Cash Grab Winner, Donna Riedel of Ellis!

She heard the code word on 101.9 The Bull.

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Friday's Cash Grab winner is....

<a href="https://hayschamber.com/">Chamber in Hays</a>

The Chamber in Hays is pleased to announce tickets are now available for the <a href="https://hayschamber.com/events/10th-annual-plinko-patio-party-sponsored-by-stone-house-spirit-and-cigar">Stone House Spirit and Cigar Plinko Patio Party</a>, set to take place on May 3, in conjunction with the Annual Chamber Golf Tournament at the Smoky Hill Country Club.&nbsp;

Tickets are $25 and will remain on sale through today.

This annual tradition, now in its 10th year, allows area residents who do not play golf to enjoy a day at the prestigious country club while supporting the Chamber during the tournament.

Sarah Wasinger, president and CEO of the Chamber, expressed her excitement about this year's Plinko Patio Party.

"The Plinko Patio Party has become a cherished tradition in our community, offering a unique and fun-filled experience for all attendees,” Wasinger said. “It's a fantastic opportunity for our residents to come together, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Smoky Hill Country Club, and support the important work of the Chamber."

The Plinko Patio Party features entertainment and activities, including the namesake Plinko game, gives attendees a chance to win prizes donated by local businesses and community partners, a Taco Bar and cocktails.

Attendees will also have access to an exclusive raffle featuring a cocktail mixology basket, valued at more than $100, provided by Stone House Spirit and Cigar.&nbsp;

Raffle tickets are priced at $1 each or six for $5.

“The Chamber extends its heartfelt gratitude to Stone House Spirit and Cigar for their generous support as the title sponsor of this year's Plinko Patio Party and Raffle and their raffle contributions,” Wasinger said. “As a new business in Hays, their commitment to our community and dedication to making this event a success is commendable.”

Along with the Plinko Patio Party, attendees will have full access to associated tournament events going on throughout the day, including the main Golf Tournament raffle, featuring two prize options: a liquor and cooler package valued at more than $800 and a golf package valued at more than $1,000.

Those raffle tickets are priced at one for $20 or three for $50.

Attendees may also participate in the tournament silent auction and a 50/50 split-the-pot.

For more information or to register for The Plinko Patio Party, visit The Chamber's website at&nbsp;<a href="https://hayschamber.com/events/10th-annual-plinko-patio-party-sponsored-by-stone-house-spirit-and-cigar">hayschamber.com.</a>&nbsp;

“Don't miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable event and support the Chamber's mission to foster economic growth and prosperity in our community,” Wasinger said. “Grab your tickets today, and join us for a day of fun, fellowship and philanthropy.”

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 </figure><a href="https://hayschamber.com/">Chamber in Hays</a>The Chamber in Hays is pleased to announce tickets are now available for the <a href="https://hayschamber.com/events/10th-annual-plinko-patio-party-sponsored-by-stone-house-spirit-and-cigar">Stone House Spirit and Cigar Plinko Patio Party</a>, set to take place on May 3, in conjunction with the Annual Chamber Golf Tournament at the Smoky Hill Country Club.&nbsp;Tickets are $25 and will remain on sale through today.This annual tradition, now in its 10th year, allows area residents who do not play golf to enjoy a day at the prestigious country club while supporting the Chamber during the tournament.Sarah Wasinger, president and CEO of the Chamber, expressed her excitement about this year's Plinko Patio Party."The Plinko Patio Party has become a cherished tradition in our community, offering a unique and fun-filled experience for all attendees,” Wasinger said. “It's a fantastic opportunity for our residents to come together, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Smoky Hill Country Club, and support the important work of the Chamber."The Plinko Patio Party features entertainment and activities, including the namesake Plinko game, gives attendees a chance to win prizes donated by local businesses and community partners, a Taco Bar and cocktails.Attendees will also have access to an exclusive raffle featuring a cocktail mixology basket, valued at more than $100, provided by Stone House Spirit and Cigar.&nbsp;Raffle tickets are priced at $1 each or six for $5.“The Chamber extends its heartfelt gratitude to Stone House Spirit and Cigar for their generous support as the title sponsor of this year's Plinko Patio Party and Raffle and their raffle contributions,” Wasinger said. “As a new business in Hays, their commitment to our community and dedication to making this event a success is commendable.”Along with the Plinko Patio Party, attendees will have full access to associated tournament events going on throughout the day, including the main Golf Tournament raffle, featuring two prize options: a liquor and cooler package valued at more than $800 and a golf package valued at more than $1,000.Those raffle tickets are priced at one for $20 or three for $50.Attendees may also participate in the tournament silent auction and a 50/50 split-the-pot.For more information or to register for The Plinko Patio Party, visit The Chamber's website at&nbsp;<a href="https://hayschamber.com/events/10th-annual-plinko-patio-party-sponsored-by-stone-house-spirit-and-cigar">hayschamber.com.</a>&nbsp;“Don't miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable event and support the Chamber's mission to foster economic growth and prosperity in our community,” Wasinger said. “Grab your tickets today, and join us for a day of fun, fellowship and philanthropy.”

Tickets now available for Chamber in Hays Plinko Patio Party

Congrats to today's Cash Grab Winner, Ginger Shook of Hoisington!

Listen in at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. of 3 p.m. on 96.9 KFIX, 103.3 KJLS, 101.9 The Bull, 99.5 KZ Country, or 94.3 KAYS Monday through Friday during the month of April for your chance to win.&nbsp;

Congrats to today's Cash Grab Winner, Ginger Shook of Hoisington!She heard the code word on 101.9 The Bull.Listen in at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. of 3 p.m. on 96.9 KFIX, 103.3 KJLS, 101.9 The Bull, 99.5 KZ Country, or 94.3 KAYS Monday through Friday during the month of April for your chance to win.&nbsp;<div><div data-ss-embed="promotion" data-opguid="b83653f7-0492-4703-9812-ad45a125bfc8" data-routing="hash" data-script="r9ka10"></div>
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Thursday's Cash Grab winner is....

Smoky Valley Hook Antique Tractor Pull set for April 20

<a href="https://golfhub.golfgenius.com/events/fc7c64c6-47ce-4de3-861a-acfd65834437">Click here to register</a>.

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Sign up now for Hays Lions Club annual golf tourney on May 5

Congrats to today's Cash Grab Winner, Tay Legleiter of Hays!

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Wednesday's Cash Grab winner is....

An all-day event with activities for all ages! Come out to WaKeeney, KS this Saturday to enjoy the Annual Buzzard Bash!

NOTE: STREET DANCE WITH LAZY WAYNE BAND HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE TREGO COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS – COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 7 PM. BEER GARDEN WILL MOVE TO THIS BUILDING AS WELL AT 6 PM.

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Kansas Kidwind teams advance to national competition

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The Hays Symphony will be combining with FHSU choirs for its spring finale concert on Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The concert, themed “Tragedy and Triumph,” celebrates and bids farewell to another season of majestic music.

Concert-goers will get to hear the rare sound of a full concert orchestra and choir through the opening performance of Mozart’s Coronation Mass. The program will conclude with Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4.

“Our final concert of the season, Tragedy and Triumph, will bring together the Hays Symphony and FHSU Choirs for Mozart’s elegant and sublime Coronation Mass,” stated Music Director Brian Buckstead earlier in the season. “We will bring the season to an exciting close with Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, a bold, expressive, and thrilling masterpiece by the beloved composer.”

The two immense pieces comprising the concert program reinforce the dual themes proposed by Director Buckstead, “Tragedy” and “Triumph.” In Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony, hammering brass repeatedly clash against blissful melodies that imitate daydreams. The master composer echoes the way fate can cruelly intrude upon happiness through the sudden blasting of his signature trumpet rhythms.

Meanwhile, Mozart’s Mass in C Major offers triumphant rejoice for festive occasions. Originally reserved for royal coronations and religious holidays, the piece is now regularly revived for annual celebrations both sacred and symphonic.

These two pieces, each grand yet produced almost exactly a century apart from one another, will be staged together for a truly unique concert experience.

The “Tragedy and Triumph” concert closes out a season of crowd favorites ranging from the fall’s Outdoor and Holiday Pops Concerts to Holst’s sounds of space with the annual Children’s Halloween Concert. The spring gave spotlight to the student musical talent at Fort Hays State University through its Arias and Concertos Concert. Now, the Hays Symphony invites the community to its gripping season finale of monumental masterpieces by Mozart and Tchaikovsky.

As far as finale concerts go, Director Buckstead expresses his sincerity that those in attendance will be moved by the symphony’s efforts. “Nothing beats the experience of live music, performed with passion by the wonderful members of our orchestra.”

Like with all Hays Symphony concerts, attendance is free and open to the public. After the concert, attendees are invited to the hall’s lobby to meet the musicians at the post-concert reception sponsored by Auto World.

Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website at https://www.hayssymphony.org where they can also make donations to sustain free classical music in the Hays community.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Hays Symphony will be combining with FHSU choirs for its spring finale concert on Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The concert, themed “Tragedy and Triumph,” celebrates and bids farewell to another season of majestic music.Concert-goers will get to hear the rare sound of a full concert orchestra and choir through the opening performance of Mozart’s Coronation Mass. The program will conclude with Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4.“Our final concert of the season, Tragedy and Triumph, will bring together the Hays Symphony and FHSU Choirs for Mozart’s elegant and sublime Coronation Mass,” stated Music Director Brian Buckstead earlier in the season. “We will bring the season to an exciting close with Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, a bold, expressive, and thrilling masterpiece by the beloved composer.”The two immense pieces comprising the concert program reinforce the dual themes proposed by Director Buckstead, “Tragedy” and “Triumph.” In Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony, hammering brass repeatedly clash against blissful melodies that imitate daydreams. The master composer echoes the way fate can cruelly intrude upon happiness through the sudden blasting of his signature trumpet rhythms.Meanwhile, Mozart’s Mass in C Major offers triumphant rejoice for festive occasions. Originally reserved for royal coronations and religious holidays, the piece is now regularly revived for annual celebrations both sacred and symphonic.These two pieces, each grand yet produced almost exactly a century apart from one another, will be staged together for a truly unique concert experience.The “Tragedy and Triumph” concert closes out a season of crowd favorites ranging from the fall’s Outdoor and Holiday Pops Concerts to Holst’s sounds of space with the annual Children’s Halloween Concert. The spring gave spotlight to the student musical talent at Fort Hays State University through its Arias and Concertos Concert. Now, the Hays Symphony invites the community to its gripping season finale of monumental masterpieces by Mozart and Tchaikovsky.As far as finale concerts go, Director Buckstead expresses his sincerity that those in attendance will be moved by the symphony’s efforts. “Nothing beats the experience of live music, performed with passion by the wonderful members of our orchestra.”Like with all Hays Symphony concerts, attendance is free and open to the public. After the concert, attendees are invited to the hall’s lobby to meet the musicians at the post-concert reception sponsored by Auto World.Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website at https://www.hayssymphony.org where they can also make donations to sustain free classical music in the Hays community.

Hays Symphony joins with FHSU Choirs for Mozart, Tchaikovsky finale concert

BUNKER HILL, KS – Smoky Hills PBS is excited to announce that they will bring Clifford The Big Red Dog to the Hays ARC Park on Saturday, April 27th from 9 AM to 11 AM.&nbsp; Our friends from the Hays Police Department, Hays Fire Department, Hays EMS, Sternberg Museum, and the Hays Public Library will also have free activities for the kids.&nbsp;

The Family Fun Day event gives kids a chance to meet Clifford The Big Red Dog in person and take pictures with him. The first 500 kids that come to meet Clifford will receive a FREE gift from Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;

“We’re thrilled to announce that Clifford The Big Red Dog will be making a special appearance at the Hays ARC Park,” said Haley Gagnon, event coordinator for Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp; “This is an exciting opportunity for families to meet Clifford in person, capture memories with photos, and enjoy a day filled with fun activities!”

Family Fun Day is an educational and entertaining event that Smoky Hills PBS puts on approximately 4 times a year across Central and Western Kansas.&nbsp; Smoky Hills PBS brings a special PBS character to visit and FREE books and educational gifts are distributed to those children in attendance.

SubmittedBUNKER HILL, KS – Smoky Hills PBS is excited to announce that they will bring Clifford The Big Red Dog to the Hays ARC Park on Saturday, April 27th from 9 AM to 11 AM.&nbsp; Our friends from the Hays Police Department, Hays Fire Department, Hays EMS, Sternberg Museum, and the Hays Public Library will also have free activities for the kids.&nbsp;The Family Fun Day event gives kids a chance to meet Clifford The Big Red Dog in person and take pictures with him. The first 500 kids that come to meet Clifford will receive a FREE gift from Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;“We’re thrilled to announce that Clifford The Big Red Dog will be making a special appearance at the Hays ARC Park,” said Haley Gagnon, event coordinator for Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp; “This is an exciting opportunity for families to meet Clifford in person, capture memories with photos, and enjoy a day filled with fun activities!”Family Fun Day is an educational and entertaining event that Smoky Hills PBS puts on approximately 4 times a year across Central and Western Kansas.&nbsp; Smoky Hills PBS brings a special PBS character to visit and FREE books and educational gifts are distributed to those children in attendance.

Clifford The Big Red Dog and Smoky Hills PBS are coming to Hays

First Responder Appreciation event planned

TOPEKA –&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Kensington public water supply system located in Smith County. The advisory was issued because of a line break resulting in a loss of pressure in the system.&nbsp; Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.&nbsp;

Laboratory testing samples collected from the City of Kensington indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;

Public water suppliers in Kansas take all measures necessary to notify customers quickly after a system failure or shutdown. Regardless of whether it’s the supplier or KDHE that announces a boil water advisory, KDHE will issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.

For consumer questions, please contact the water system at: 785-476-2668 or you may call KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtkaGUua3MuZ292LzQ2OC9Db25zdW1lci1JbmZvcm1hdGlvbi1SZWdhcmRpbmctYS1EaXNydXB0P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDA0MTMuOTMzMTQ2MjEifQ.VrqZMbtoARBRTGdn7yZLaikZ9qck2zvZp-0AgfyepMk/s/1305913623/br/240696669284-l" target="_blank">kdhe.ks.gov/waterdisruption</a>.

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 </figure>KDHETOPEKA –&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Kensington public water supply system located in Smith County. The advisory was issued because of a line break resulting in a loss of pressure in the system.&nbsp; Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.&nbsp;Laboratory testing samples collected from the City of Kensington indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;Public water suppliers in Kansas take all measures necessary to notify customers quickly after a system failure or shutdown. Regardless of whether it’s the supplier or KDHE that announces a boil water advisory, KDHE will issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.For consumer questions, please contact the water system at: 785-476-2668 or you may call KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtkaGUua3MuZ292LzQ2OC9Db25zdW1lci1JbmZvcm1hdGlvbi1SZWdhcmRpbmctYS1EaXNydXB0P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDA0MTMuOTMzMTQ2MjEifQ.VrqZMbtoARBRTGdn7yZLaikZ9qck2zvZp-0AgfyepMk/s/1305913623/br/240696669284-l" target="_blank">kdhe.ks.gov/waterdisruption</a>.

Boil Water Advisory rescinded for Kensington in Smith County

By STACY CAMPBELL Cottonwood Extension District

Did you know that approximately 666,500 youth up to 20 years old annually work on farms operated by persons other than their guardians? That 22,600 farm injuries occur to these youth each year, more than in any profession employing youth? And that 100 youth die each year in farming-related incidents.

In an effort to mitigate agricultural injuries and fatalities to young workers in agriculture. Several K-State Research &amp; Extension Districts will be offering a Hazardous Occupation Safety Training in Agriculture (HOSTA) or Tractor and Farm Safety Course for youth on Saturday, April 27th from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be held at Hoxie Implement, 933 Oak Ave. Hoxie, Kansas. Many thanks to Outdoor Bank for providing the lunch and refreshments and to Thunder Linner Memorial Fund for helping sponsor the training manuals.

In a collaboration with businesses, state and county agencies. K-State Research &amp; Extension Agents will teach this course covering farm and machinery safety, including proper tractor operation and maintenance, grain safety, implement use safety, livestock safety and more. The United States Department of Labor requires youth 14 – 15 years of age attend this safety training in order to work on a farm for someone other than their parents, and in some instances even when working on the family farm.

Participants must complete some assignments before attending the training on the 27th. To obtain this information and to pay the $10 registration fee by Friday, April 19th. You will need to visit one of the following K-State Research &amp; Extension Offices – Twin Creeks 785-421-3411, Golden Prairie 785-673-4805, Phillips-Rooks 785-425-6851 and Cottonwood District 785-628-9430.

Some Extension Offices may provide transportation to the training, don’t delay and register by Friday, April 19th for the Tractor &amp; Farm Machinery Safety Course for youth 14 - 15 years of age to be held in Hoxie on Saturday, April 27th.

Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

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 </figure>By STACY CAMPBELL Cottonwood Extension DistrictDid you know that approximately 666,500 youth up to 20 years old annually work on farms operated by persons other than their guardians? That 22,600 farm injuries occur to these youth each year, more than in any profession employing youth? And that 100 youth die each year in farming-related incidents.In an effort to mitigate agricultural injuries and fatalities to young workers in agriculture. Several K-State Research &amp; Extension Districts will be offering a Hazardous Occupation Safety Training in Agriculture (HOSTA) or Tractor and Farm Safety Course for youth on Saturday, April 27th from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be held at Hoxie Implement, 933 Oak Ave. Hoxie, Kansas. Many thanks to Outdoor Bank for providing the lunch and refreshments and to Thunder Linner Memorial Fund for helping sponsor the training manuals.In a collaboration with businesses, state and county agencies. K-State Research &amp; Extension Agents will teach this course covering farm and machinery safety, including proper tractor operation and maintenance, grain safety, implement use safety, livestock safety and more. The United States Department of Labor requires youth 14 – 15 years of age attend this safety training in order to work on a farm for someone other than their parents, and in some instances even when working on the family farm.Participants must complete some assignments before attending the training on the 27th. To obtain this information and to pay the $10 registration fee by Friday, April 19th. You will need to visit one of the following K-State Research &amp; Extension Offices – Twin Creeks 785-421-3411, Golden Prairie 785-673-4805, Phillips-Rooks 785-425-6851 and Cottonwood District 785-628-9430.Some Extension Offices may provide transportation to the training, don’t delay and register by Friday, April 19th for the Tractor &amp; Farm Machinery Safety Course for youth 14 - 15 years of age to be held in Hoxie on Saturday, April 27th.Stacy Campbell is a Crop Production Extension agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact him by e-mail at scampbel@ksu.edu or by calling 785-628-9430.

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