Claflin Library to host 'Goodies by the Pound'

The Claflin Independent Township Library will host a "Goodies by the Pound" fundraiser, with homemade cookies, candy and other treats. The cost is $6 per pound from 9 a.m. to noon on Dec. 4.

Beran awarded scholarship

he Financial Aid and Scholarships office at the University of Kansas has announced the names of new students earning the university's merit scholarships for top graduates of Kansas high schools.

Fund raiser

Hoisington Municipal Court Docket

Oct. 7 Lennie R. Thompson, battery domestic violence, disorderly conduct, continued to Nov. 18 Shane D. Serpan, obstruct legal process, no drivers license, trial Nov. 4 Luke V. McConkey, battery domestic violence, trial Nov. 4 Trevis G. Epp, drive while suspended, dismissed without prejudice Darren E. Marssell, battery domestic violence, trial Nov. 4 Jess F. Starkey, improper backing, no proof insurance, failed to appear <p ...

HMSI to hold Christmas Tree Gala

HOISINGTON - The 2nd annual Hoisington Main Street Inc. and the Hoisington Chamber of Commerce Christmas Tree Gala and Auction and Business After Hours is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday Dec. 2, at the Hoisington Main Street Welcome Center.

Writing

Check It Out!

New books at the Ellinwood School/Community Library: "Maybe This Time" by Jennifer Crusie. Andie Miller wants to get past her ex-husband and move on with her life. But then he calls with a real dilemma. He has just "inherited" two orphans from a distant cousin, and boy, does he need help! And then, when she moves into their spooky old house, she finds it's more than her ex-husband haunting her! "Wicked Appetite" ...

CBH changes contact number

Clara Barton Hospital has changed the contact number for the pink lady volunteers. It is 620-653-2114.

FBLA to sponsor Hope Tree

The annual Hope Tree, sponsored by Ellinwood High School Future Business Leaders of America, is now on display at the Ellinwood School/Community Library.

EHS collects for food bank

ELLINWOOD - Ellinwood High School students collected about 650 non-perishable food items for the local food bank last week.

Council considers nuisance abatement

HOISINGTON - At its meeting on Monday, the Hoisington City Council discussed nuisance abatement and will look into adding fees for cleanup.

Pink ladies greet visitors with a friendly smile

HOISINGTON - The ladies in the pink coats greet visitors at Clara Barton Hospital with a friendly smile and a warm heart as they escort patients to their destinations at the hospital.

Signing

DARE

Claflin Honor Roll

Superintendent's Honor Roll - 4.0 Seniors: Juniors: Tim Demel, Kevin Klug, Will Radenberg Sophomores: Erika Gisick, Jennifer Hitschmann, Aubrey Kempke Freshmen: Peyton Broeker, Trey Heitschmidt, Breanna Holmes, Bethany Oeser 8th Grade: Julie Demel, Annie Potter, Breanna Schartz, Abby Stueder, Lexie Broeker 7th Grade: Breaedan Crites, Trustin Kreft, Kendi Maxwell, Kaylyn Oberle, Brady Rugan, Michael Ryan, Kaycee Steiner Principal's Honor Roll - 3.75-3.99 <p ...

City of Hoisington passes new sidewalk ordinance

HOISINGTON - The city of Hoisington passed a sidewalk ordinance at its regular meeting last week, according to the unofficial city minutes.

Ribbon cutting

Hoisington VFW Auxiliary meets

HOISINGTON - The Hoisington VFW Auxiliary met on June 12.

HHS cheerleaders

City of Claflin unofficial minutes

CLAFLIN - The governing body of the City of Claflin met in regular session, Monday, June 10, 2013 at the city building. Present were: Mayor Michael Urban, Councilpersons Kirk Schneweis, Casey Hubbard, Doug Hubbard and Dan Michaelis. Also present: City Attorney Bob Suelter, City Clerk Patricia Schmidt, Robert Gunder, Richard Hayes and Tyler Allison.

MARSH MUSINGS

Consider the similarities between our children spreading their wings and driving off to college or going to work and all the young birds we have been so intently observing as they mature and leave their nests and parents-- forever. The nurturing and training these dedicated parents provide is amazing in all of the animal and bird kingdoms. There are a few reptiles that simply reproduce their young and leave them to fend on their own ...

Council limits vehicle access to old city dump

ELLINWOOD - The Ellinwood City Council, as its regular monthly meeting, voted to limit access to the old city dump due to liability issues.

USD 355 considers iPad initiative for K-12

ELLINWOOD - At its regular meeting on Monday, USD 355 School Board discussed the K-12 iPad initiative. The information was for discussion only, but under consideration is providing each child K-12 with an iPad. The goal is to roll out iPads in the next year.

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Ellinwood Police Department May report

Approximately 124 calls for service and 137 officer initiated calls were received for the month of May. Officers responded to seven medical/fire calls. Seven arrests were made and seven criminal summonses were served in the month of May.

Barton Briefs

Cemetery employees request arrangements be moved

Haitians learn new skills with sewing

ditors note: This story was written by Tony Boursiquot who is a Star of Hope employee in Haiti. His native language is French. Ellinwood's Star of Hope, a non-demonimational Christian organization that equips children across the world with schooling, physical well-being, spiritual growth and social skills.

Board hears community strategic planning report

HOISINGTON - The USD 431 Comprehensive Planning Committee, which were citizens of Hoisington appointed by school board members, met earlier this April to discuss strengths and weaknesses of USD 431, at a meeting facilitated by Kansas Association of School Board Deputy Director Dr. Doug Moeckel. They presented their ideas to the school board on Monday night.

Government commodities distributed

HOISINGTON - Government Commodities will be distributed from 5-6 p.m. on Monday, June 1 at Living Joy Community Church, 354 W 1st St. (NW Corner of 1st & Vine.

Ellinwood brief

Church has fundraising ice cream social