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Larned’s Johnson advances to Class 4A state tournament
MCPHERSON - Larned High School's Jeret Johnson qualified for the Class 4A state tournament.
Oilers’ doubles team wins regional crown
RUSSELL - Central Plains High School's Benn Kirmer and Layne Bieberle won a Class 3-1A regional championship over the weekend.
Mickelson leads class of World Golf Hall of Fame inductees
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (AP) - Phil Mickelson loved golf before he was old enough to walk and swing a club. It took him on a thrilling ride of major championships and a few spectacular crashes, eventually leading to his induction Monday night into the World Golf Hall of Fame.
Free program explains growing spices and herbs
The Great Bend Recreation Commission will host a free Stop 'N Learn Session, "Growing Spices And Herbs," from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the Great Bend Activity Center, 2715 18th St. This program will also be held at 1 p.m. on Friday at the Senior Center, 2005 Kansas Ave.
Great Bend to hold grand opening for Sports Complex
The grand opening ceremony for the Great Bend Sports Complex will be held from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the complex, located at 41 McKinley St.
Birthday donation
Drew Nicholson, left, and Sam Hall celebrated their 9th birthdays by requesting donations for Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation rather than birthday gifts. The $145 donation was placed in the Becky Nicholson/Kans for Kids Scholarship that is given to any graduating high school senior that has received assistance from Kans for Kids while they battled cancer. The boys, both students of Holy Family School in Great Bend, were presented with certificates of appreciation.
Alice J. McDonald 1921-2012
Alice J. McDonald, 91, died May 6 at Presbyterian Manor, Emporia. She was born May 1, 1921 at Heizer, the daughter of George V. and Winnie (Whaley) LeRoy.
Elizabeth “Betty” Straub
Elizabeth "Betty Straub, 79, died at her home in Great Bend. Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home.
Leora D. Hammond Kristufek 1914 - 2012
LARNED - Leora D. Hammond Kristufek, 98, died May 5 at the Golden Living Center in Wilson. Born Jan. 25, 1914 in Grigston, she was the daughter of William and Ina Fay Watson Nulf. On April 26, 1930 she married C.G. Hammond. He died on Nov. 21, 1971. On Sept. 21, 1977 she married Carl Kristufek in Dillon, Mont. He died on Feb. 27, 1988. A longtime area resident, she owned and operated the Hammond Holiday Home.
Maurice L. “Maurie” Claassen 1921 - 2012
Maurice L. "Maurie" Claassen, 91, died May 5 at Via Christi St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Wichita. Born Feb. 9, 1921 in Newton, he was the son of Cornelius and Addie (Lander) Claassen. After meeting Ruth McIlrath at the University of Kansas, Maurie and Ruth were married on Nov. 25, 1945 in Great Bend. Ruth died on July 14, 1982. A longtime resident of Great Bend, he worked in the insurance industry initially for McIlrath Insurance Agency and retiring from Thurman Morrison and Associates.
Kathryn Bernice Lamb 1945 - 2012
ELLINWOOD - Kathryn Bernice Lamb, 66, died May 7 at her home in Ellinwood. Born Nov. 7, 1945 in San Bernardino, Calif., she was the daughter of Elmo John and Mildred Bernice (McKinney) Riddle. On Feb. 10, 1963 she married Ron Lamb in Great Bend. A resident of Ellinwood since 1958, coming from Wichita, she was a beautician and was co-owner of Ron Lamb's Color Clinic for thirty-one years. She was a self-taught artist.
Commissioners hear road, Camp Pawnee news
LARNED - The Pawnee County Commission met at 9 a.m. April 23 for a regular meeting at the Pawnee County Courthouse. The following are approved minutes submitted by Pawnee Commission clerk Ruth Searight.
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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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