Seussical: A modern take on a classic production
The Hays High Drama Department presents Seussical: The Musical, opening tonight at 7. Audiences will follow Horton the Elephant through his journey to protect Whoville and a very special egg.
November 2022
Read MoreSeussical: A modern take on a classic production
FAITH NOTES
Those who have suffered a recent loss may find it difficult to navigate the upcoming holidays and their traditions. GriefShare, a grief support program, is offering a free workshop titled “Surviving the Holidays” for individuals in that situation.
Ernest Edward “Ernie” Knipp
Derby - Ernest Edward “Ernie” Knipp, 75, passed away Saturday, November 5th, 2022. He was born December 1st, 1946 to Victor and Catherine (Brungardt) Knipp in Hays, Kansas. Ernie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend. Ernie was a proud Army Vietnam veteran. He was a retired maintenance technician for Derby Schools & previously served in Salina Schools, he was known around Derby for his old yellow chevy truck. Ernie was a member of The American Legion and Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother in law, Marvin Kriley. Ernie is survived by his Wife of 48yrs, Belinda (Benjamin) Knipp; Daughters: Sandra (Craig) Lafon, Teresa (Jason) Cole both of Derby; son: Philip Knipp of Wichita; grandchildren: Ethan, Aila, Emily & Addison; siblings: Ellie Kriley, Shirley Leochner, Gerald Knipp, Verlin Knipp, Ron Knipp & Sheryl Curry; numerous nieces, nephews other relatives & friends. Visitation: Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Smith Family Mortuary 1415 North Rock Road Derby, Kansas 67037. Rosary will be recited 10:00 am, followed by Funeral Service: 10:30 am, Thursday, November 10th, 2022 at St. Mary Catholic Church 2300 E. Meadowlark Derby, KS 67037. Interment with military honors to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers: St. Mary Catholic Church Building Fund or Children’s Mercy Hospital of Kansas City.
Wagner Listed on D2CCA Tip-Off All-Classic Team
Fort Hays State women’s basketball guard Katie Wagner was one of eight players listed on the 2022 D2CCA Tip-Off All-Classic Team, announced Monday evening (Nov. 8) by the MIAA office.
Aguilar Named MIAA Special Teams Athlete of the Week
Fort Hays State kicker Emanuel Aguilar was named the MIAA Special Teams Athlete of the Week on Monday (Nov. 7), presented by Mammoth Sports Construction, for his efforts in the 27-14 win over Northeastern State this past Saturday.
Women’s Soccer Receives No. 5 Seed in Central Regional of NCAA Tournament
Fort Hays State Women’s Soccer will be making its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament since 2016 this week. The Tigers were selected as the No. 5 seed in the Central Regional of the NCAA Tournament, set to begin on Friday (Nov. 11). FHSU will take on conference rival Emporia State, which received the No. 4 seed, in the opening round, at 10 a.m.
Wasinger takes 111th District race, Election results
Republican Incumbent Barbara Wasinger defeated Democratic candidate Ed Hammond in the 111th District House of Representatives race. With 4,983 votes, Wasinger was reelected, sharing on social media, “Thank you to House District 111 for again entrusting me with the honor of representing you in the Kansas House.
Ellis County senior companions honored
On November 2, 2022, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, serving Ellis and Rush counties through the Fort Hays State University Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs, attended a monthly in-service meeting at Sternberg Museum in Hays.
Midwest Energy grant supports DSNWK Employment Connections expansion
Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, was recently announced as the recipient of a $1,000 grant from Midwest Energy, Inc. This grant award will be used to support DSNWK’s efforts to improve storage capacity at its Employment Connections location in Hays.
Patrick McGinnis and the power of community
Throughout the year, we host several events to thank the philanthropists who fuel the dreams of our students. I really love the fact that as we thank our supporters, we also honor the students impacted by their generosity. Bringing the students and their benefactors together creates an amazing opportunity to witness firsthand the ripple effect of philanthropy in action – those who inspire dreams and those whose lives are transformed in predictable and often unanticipated ways.