'Hope Tree Project' collecting gifts for foster children
With the holiday season in full swing, children across Northwest Kansas are looking forward to Christmas and the gifts that they know will soon be arriving.
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Hope can help build resilience to holiday stress, says K-State health expert
A Kansas State University health professional says that being hopeful can be an important asset in helping to assure that Happy Holidays don't become Grumpy Holidays. Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at K-State, said hope can help human beings develop resilience and even resistance to future adverse events in their lives.
Free Community Feasts, volunteers still needed
The Ellis County Ministerial Alliance, Cattleman’s Café, Horseshoe Bar & Grill and the Ellis County Ministerial Alliance will all hold Community Thanksgiving feasts, offering free meals on a “first come, first serve” basis, with no reservations required. From 11 a.m.
County receives $10,000 ROZ Marketing Grant
County Administrator Darin Myers reported to Ellis County Commissioners on Nov. 18, 2024, that $10,000 was received in Oct. from the Kansas Department of Commerce to promote the Rural Opportunity Zone (ROZ) in Ellis County.
Thanksgiving: A Day of Gratitude
Thanksgiving is around the corner, and you’ve likely experienced a range of emotions planning for the holiday. Maybe you’re excited to see family, relieved to have a day off work, or maybe you’re stressed about how much food you’ve got to prepare.
Holiday trash pickup reminder
According to the Nov. 15, 2024 Hays Civic Alert, due to the Thanksgiving holiday, trash and recycling pick schedules are modified this week. Thursday and Friday routes will both be picked up on Wednesday, November 27th.
Healthy Eating Includes Holiday Meals
Holiday parties and big family meals may tempt us away from our healthy eating habits. Allow yourself to have your favorite foods but stick to smaller servings and balance them with healthier options.
Free Black Friday Bootcamp from HRC
At 8:00 a.m., Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, Hays Recreation Commission (HRC) is offering a free workout, “Black Friday Bootcamp” for anyone looking to burn excess and unwanted calories.
University of Kansas health system addresses rising food insecurity with new programs
Food insecurity has increased in Kansas, and with inflation and high costs of living, university and state programs are making efforts to fight food insecurity and hunger.