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10 days left to weigh in on proposed Tallgrass solar farm
By Gaille PikeSpecial to the Hays Daily NewsEllis County residents have 10 days left to weigh in on the proposed Tallgrass solar farm before county commissioners are expected to vote June 2.The May 19, 2026, Ellis County Commission agenda made public more than 180 pages of documents for the proposed solar project west of Mount…
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“Where Memories Are Made” – Hays named Community of the Year
Settled by Volga German homesteaders, Hays was long known as the “Wild West.” That’s all changed. Now a vibrant and thriving community where memories are made, Hays was recognized by Community Playmaker as its Community of the Year.
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Vahe Gregorian: Why Kansas coach Bill Self felt ‘helpless’ before doctor’s meeting that led to return
KANSAS CITY, Mo.— If Bill Self had it to do over again, he wouldn’t have been quite as candid about the personal crossroads he was staring at starting March 22, after his Kansas Jayhawks lost 67-65 to St. John’s in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.