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United Way close to goal
United Way of Central Kansas is inching towards their goal of $235,000, to date 98% has been raised. The campaign could not succeed without the many individuals and businesses that donate. Larned has been a tremendous asset to the campaign and have made United Way more prominent in their community. Working together we better us all. "I am so proud of our 19 agencies and that 99% of the funds stay right here in our community" said Julie Bugner Smith, Executive Director of United Way of Central Kansas.
Obama Administration’s loose lips are dangerous
During World War II, posters displaying the slogan "loose lips sink ships" reminded service members and civilians alike to avoid indiscreet discussions about secure information that could be exploited by the enemy and used against America during wartime.
Like that’s gonna happen
Jonathan Rothstein of Encino, Calif., filed a lawsuit against Procter & Gamble for selling its Crest toothpaste in "Neat Squeeze" packages, which Rothstein said make it impossible to access the last 20 percent of the contents, thus forcing consumers to buy more toothpaste prematurely.
No. 6 Baylor edges Aggies
COLLEGE STATION, Texas - Pierre Jackson hit a 3-pointer with 17 seconds remaining to put No. 6 Baylor on top and added two free throws to give the Bears a 63-60 victory over Texas A&M on Wednesday night.
No. 8 Jayhawks rout Oklahoma
LAWRENCE (AP) - Bill Self refused to let his team look past Oklahoma to a high-profile showdown with border rival Missouri, even though his own mind might have slipped that way a time or two.
Kansas State again looks for quick fix from recruits
MANHATTAN (AP) - Kansas State coach Bill Snyder has a bit of a variety show on his hands with this year's recruiting class.
Weis pulls in recruiting class heavy on transfers
LAWRENCE - Two things became abundantly clear when Charlie Weis introduced his first recruiting class at Kansas: He'll go anywhere to reel in talent, and he wants to eat well when he gets there.
Big 12 football signees
Alphabetical school-by-school list of football players who signed national letters of intent at Big 12 schools Wednesday (doesn't include West Virginia):
Winter Middle School Dance scheduled for Friday night
The Great Bend Recreation Commission and the 20th Judicial District Juvenile Services will sponsor a Winter Middle School Dance from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at the Great Bend Activity Center, 2715 18th St. Admission is $3 per student at the door. Students need to show GBMS ID when entering. Snacks will be provided.
St. Rose emphasizes women's heart health
A man clutches his chest and sweat pours from every pore in his face. He then falls to the floor.
Anna Juno 1918-2012
GARDEN CITY – Anna Juno, 93 of Garden City died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2012 at Homestead Health and Rehabilitation Center in Garden City.
LeRoy H. Wichman
FORT COLLINS, Colo. - LeRoy H. Wichman suffered a cardiac arrest on the morning of Jan. 30, 2012.
Lyle G. Schiedeman
WARNER, Okla. - Lyle G. Schiedeman, 62, of Warner, Okla., formerly of LaCrosse, passed away Jan. 30, 2012 in Fort Smith, Ark.
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Tom Stephen Welton 1946 - 2014
FREDONIA - Tom Stephen Welton, 67, a resident of Fredonia, formerly of Hoisington, and El Dorado, died July 5, at Fredonia Regional Hospital. Born Aug. 7, 1946, in Great Bend, he was the son of Donald E. and Mable (Roche) Welton. Tom was a graduate of Hoisington High School and received a bachelor's degree from Emporia State University. He was a retired office manager for Automotive Specialists in El Dorado.
Seven ways to be more productive
Being productive is efficiently reaching a goal. Reaching a goal is rewarding personally and socially, but many of us get distracted throughout the day or we learn to procrastinate responsibilities. Here are some tips to help with completing your tasks, reaching your goals and feeling the benefits of being productive.
Bad money management: Who's to blame?
Most Americans have no idea how much it costs to retire in a nursing home, according to a recent study by Money Rates.
Fast-food preferences: Consumer Reports' study shows ironic result
The hustle and bustle of each day seems to affect all aspects of Americans' lives - including what they eat.
Six sunscreen mistakes you're making (and how to fix them)
Health experts always advise people to stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. But for most people (especially those with kids) that is unrealistic in the summer time, especially on the Fourth of July.
High child care costs keep more moms at home
Some moms are staying home because they can't find jobs that will cover the cost of child care during the day.
5 ways moms teach life lessons everyday
Are there life lessons that moms can teach us?
Predicting which teenagers will be binge drinkers may be possible
Genetics, brain function and other factors hold promise of helping researchers predict which teenagers will become binge drinkers and abuse alcohol. A study just out in the journal Nature suggests scientists can teach a computer to make such a prediction with close to 70 percent accuracy.
Djokovic tops Federer at Wimbledon
LONDON - Novak Djokovic's large lead in the rollicking Wimbledon final was slipping away, due in no small part to Roger Federer's regal presence and resurgent play.
Royals drop road series with 4-1 loss to Indians
CLEVELAND - The Kansas City Royals' recent road dominance has grounded to a halt.
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