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Marie Krug 1914 - 2011
BAZINE - Marie Krug, 97, passed away Nov. 9, 2011, at Crossroads Hospice in Lakeview Village, Lenexa. She was born on July 4, 1914, the daughter of John F. and Elizabeth Keil Wittman in Russell.
Pledge secured to help enhance Pride Park
HOISINGTON -FOCUS (Fostering Our Community's Unique Strengths) announces that Hoisington has received a sizable pledge to kick off their fundraising efforts to restore pride in Hoisington's Pride Park on East Third Street. FOCUS hopes to raise more than $80,000 to make much-needed improvements to the park.
Ellinwood scores in debate
ELLINWOOD -At the TMP-Marian Monarch Invitational debate tournament on Nov. 5, Ellinwood High School novice debaters Shiani Hughes, Tawny Arndt, and Rachel Schloctermeier won the novice division with a perfect 5-0 record. Hughes was also named top novice speaker in the tournament.
Veteran’s Day Memorial Service - Friday November 11
10:30 a.m. -------------------------------------------------- Gather at the Veterans Memorial Park
Orphan Trains program is Monday night
LARNED - The Fort Larned Historical Society will sponsor a presentation "Orphan Trains in Kansas," by Marilyn J. Holt at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14 at the Santa Fe Trail Center Museum and Library. The presentation will be part of the annual meeting for the Fort Larned Historical Society.
Larned council approves 'Poppy' proclamation
Whereas, Veterans Day is an opportunity for the citizens of Larned to remember and show their appreciation for the significant and positive social and economic impact that the military- Active, Reserve, and National Guard-has had on world history during times of peace and during times of war: and
Fort Larned Lions start Christmas Basket Project
LARNED - The Fort Larned Lions Christmas Basket Project enters its 38th year of service to those families and individuals in need in Pawnee County.
Update: KDOT Traveler Information map to be tested again for winter
Due to some glitches that occurred during Tuesday's testing, KDOT will be conducting another live simulation test on the 511 map (511.ksdot.org) from approximately 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. Like Tuesday, fake winter road conditions will appear on the site during the test period.
Free, free to be eaten!
From time to time, Tibetan Buddhists inadvertently support the seafood industry with campaigns of "liberation" of living beings.
Reeling AFC West foes San Diego, Oakland meet
Two reeling teams that somehow remain atop their division open the NFL's Thursday night package in San Diego. Picking a winner could come down to who throws more picks: Philip Rivers of the Chargers or Carson Palmer of the Raiders.
Penn State board fires embattled Paterno
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Penn State trustees fired football coach Joe Paterno and university president Graham Spanier amid the growing furor over how the school handled sex abuse allegations against an assistant coach.
Stanford’s Luck clear-cut favorite for Heisman Trophy
Andrew Luck came into this season as one of the most overwhelming Heisman Trophy favorites college football has had in years.
No. 17 Kansas State struggling vs. pass, Texas A&M next
MANHATTAN (AP) - Having successfully shored up last season's troubled run defense, No. 17 Kansas State is now struggling to defend the pass.
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Golden Belt Community Foundation Scholarship application now available
Each year Golden Belt Community Foundation helps students realize their dreams with scholarships made possible through the generosity of caring donors.
Farming January 2015 vs. January 1914 – Part I
We all know a century is a long time. In U.S. agriculture the changes make it seem more like a millennium. We are aware of the obvious changes in crops, crop yields, machinery and technology, demographics, and globalization. But where and why did those changes happen and how have these changes changed, or not changed, what a farmer has become?
Quarterbacking Congress
I'm not a huge fan of John Boehner.
Check It Out!
The following books are among the top ten checked out at Ellinwood School/Community Library.
Beware of counterfeiters’ who hand off fake NFL goods
During the playoff season fans' enthusiasm often manifests itself in the form of purchases of a favorite team's merchandise. The lead up to the Super Bowl gets emotions high – and prices can seem high as well. So many go searching for bargains. Unfortunately, some of those "bargains" that can be so alluring are cheaper for a reason: they are fakes. That means the workmanship and the materials used in their manufacture will be of inferior quality, making that "great deal" quickly turn into a rip-off.
Toastmasters Club being formed
A new Toastmasters club is being formed in Great Bend. Newcomers are welcome. Meetings are from 6 to 7 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursday's of each month at St. John's Episcopal Church, 2701 17th St., Great Bend. For more info contact Krystal Barnes, 620-639-4384.
Farmers ready to juggle acreage mix in 2015
Record crops and low prices have farmers embracing change in 2015, with acreage shifts continuing to move fields from corn to soybeans, according to the latest Farm Futures survey.
Air Force Airman Cordell W. Merten graduates
Air Force Airman Cordell W. Merten graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
Kansas 150 1901-1925
