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Hoisington Municipal Court Docket
George R. Willenberg, junked/abandoned vehicle, trial Feb. 3 John M. Little, junked/abandoned vehicle, dismissed upon compliance Mindi L. Jackson, driving while license canceled/suspended/revoked, fine $100, court costs $85 Mindi L. Jackson, no proof of liability insurance, dismissed on proof Mindi L. Jackson, tail lamps required, fine $30 Nelson D. Adams Sr., disorderly conduct, trial April 7 Sammie Dawson, driving while license canceled/suspended/revoked, dismissed Dustin J. Chambers, battery ...
UCC to hold hog feed
ELLINWOOD - The Immanuel United Church of Christ, 7th and Fritz, will have its 8th annual hog feed on April 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. In addition to roast pork and dressing, hot dogs, hamburgers and delicious desserts will also be served.
Fish fry to be held
HOISINGTON -An all you can eat fish fry will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on April 1 at the Hoisington Knights of Columbus, 114 N. Main. All proceeds support area charities. Cost is $7.50 for adults, $4.50 for children ages 4 to 12.
From ‘Home on the Range’ to life on capital hill, Hoisington native thrives in D.C.
BY TRIBUNE STAFF WASHINGTON D.C. - Electing a congressional delegation with four new members wasn't the only thing Kansas voters did in the November 2010 elections. They also gave a career boost to a recent Kansas State University graduate and Hoisington native Wayne Stoskopf. "It's fast-paced and ever changing," said Stoskopf. "It is a good environment." Stoskopf is a May 2010 graduate in agribusiness from Kansas State University and took advantage ...
New hotel
St. Patrick's Day
Hospital considers minimum repairs, renovation or replacement of facility
ELLINWOOD - The Ellinwood District Hospital is holding a series of community meetings seeking input into options for renovating or replacing the hospital and clinic. They are also asking the community if they want to leave things as they are and do nothing.
Women's History Month
Fun in the sun
Ellinwood Events
Krug to give nutrition talk Donna Krug, Barton County Extension Family and Consumer Science agent will speak on "More Plants on the Plate," during the Friendship Meal at 11:45 a.m. at the Heritage Club in Ellinwood on March 24. For reservations, call 564-3649 by 4 p.m. on March 23. Lenten lunch to be served Soup and sanwiches will be served at noon on Wednesday ...
Billinger selected as HCC Foundation Scholar
Book bags
Book winner
USD 112 meets
By Alan Rusch Ellsworth County I-R HOLYROOD - At Monday's meeting of the Central Plains USD 112 board of education, a motion to have the district administrators renew or develop the existing agreements in softball and baseball for USD 112 was approved. The administrators were also instructed to investigate the potential of helping with transportation of student athletes to these sports. Bert Besthorn, board vice president, ...
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Claflin Community/Fitness Center
Peter named 2013-14 KMU president
Bob Peter, city administrator and city attorney for Ellinwood, was named the 2013-14 Kansas Municipal Utilities president at a recent conference.
Continuing education classes to be offered
ELLINWOOD - Dr. Catherine Strecker of Educational Strategies, 17 N. Main, will offer four continuing education workshops on May 31. Two CEU credits will be offered for each session.
Bowling fun
Hoisington City Council discusses animal control
HOISINGTON - The Hoisington City Council decided at its regular meeting last week to continue the animal control options the way they currently are. The city currently takes all stray animals to the Hoisington Veterinary Hospital. The council had looked at a proposal to take care of the animals by the city as a cost saving measure, but turned it down.
Ellinwood Police Department
Ellinwood Police Department April Report
City of Ellinwood to purchase property
ELLINWOOD - The Ellinwood City Council, at its regular meeting on Tuesday, agreed to purchase 11-12 acres of property from Alfred Pohlman for $3,600. The property is located north of 7th St. It is west of Kennedy and north of the water tower.
Kempke recognized as Governor’s Scholar
At the invitation of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, Aubrey Lynn Kempke of Claflin was selected to attend the 30th annual Governor's Scholars Award Program on May 5 in Topeka.
Marsh Musings
here is a stellar event occurring in Kansas right now that is visible and dramatic! One of the largest migratory birds is nesting in multiple sites in Kansas and surrounding states. The great blue heron is here! These four feet tall birds are gathered in rookeries where several families build nests in tall trees. They join forces to notify each other if bobcats, rat snakes, or raccoons come around looking for a meal in a ...
Play Day
Exemplary award
USD 355 board taking steps for iPad initiative
ELLINWOOD - The USD 355 School Board, at its regular meeting Monday night, agreed to take another step in the iPad initiate. Currently, about twenty percent of the certified staff have iPads. The board agreed to buy approximately 30 more so that the remaining staff would have an iPad.
EHS hosts volleyball camp
ELLINWOOD - Ellinwood High School will hold a volleyball camp from 2-4 p.m. on May 28-31 at the old High School Gym. Registration deadline is May 28. Contact Laurie Feist or Sharon Gatton at 564-2750 or 564-3136.
Graduation at last!
