Methodist youth announce Easter fundraiser
The youth group at Hays First United Methodist Church has announced its “Eggcellent Adventure” Easter fundraiser. The youth are selling pre-stuffed Easter eggs.
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ECMA schedules April board meeting
The Ellis County Ministerial Alliance (ECMA) monthly board meeting will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, at First Presbyterian Church, 2900 Hall St.
Miss Kansas shares her passion for music in event with BBBS
Growing up, Miss Kansas Taylor Clark found a love of music behind a drum set. Playing in her high school band, she was able to recognize the impact music education has on students.
KDHE Supports FDA and CDC Recommendation for Second Dose of COVID-19 Booster for Certain Individuals
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has authorized the over 2,000 COVID-19 vaccine providers across Kansas to begin offering a second dose of either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for individuals aged 50 and over and certain immunocompromised individuals following authorization from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In addition, CDC recommends adults who received a primary vaccine and booster dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months ago may now receive a second booster dose using an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.
‘Nerves and adrenaline’ as Kansas congressional redistricting trial begins
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — As Wyandotte County District Judge Bill Klapper wandered into his overflowing courtroom Monday before the start of a high-profile redistricting trial, he asked court observers and attorneys if they ever go to horse races.
Empowering the women of Ellis County through the Power of the Purse
This Thursday, the Wonder Women League’s Power of the Purse Event will honor women who have the passion to make a difference in Ellis County. Sponsored by the United Way of Ellis County, the event will feature Christie Brungardt as a speaker, sharing her inspirational story.
How Kansas could lose billions in land values as its underground water runs dry
HAYS, Kansas — In increasingly dry western Kansas, underground water makes everything possible. Irrigation for crops.
Salina Tech launching Dental Hygiene program
The Commission on Dental Accreditation has approved Salina Area Technical College’s plans to start a two-year Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene program, with the first class starting this fall.
USD388 Superintendent Burton resigns and reflects on the last 16 years in Ellis
After 16 years of service as principal and superintendent of USD388 schools, Corey Burton has announced his resignation as superintendent. Burton recently accepted a position as superintendent of USD214 schools in Ulysses.
FHSU preparing for annual local collegiate rodeo
HAYS, Kan. – For the second time in four years, the Fort Hays State University rodeo is falling on Easter weekend.