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From the desk of Art Keffer

Well, the summer is about to pass us by, and school in Ellinwood is scheduled to start on Aug. 25. So here is a reminder for everyone. Watch for children riding their bicycles to and from school. We all need to be observant of the children walking as they cross at the intersections throughout the town.

Chamber coffee

HMSI holds state-wide conference in Hoisington

HOISINGTON - Hoisington Main Street Inc. held a quarterly training session in Hoisington for the state-wide Main Street Inc. program with over 80 people from across the state in attendance last Thursday. On Friday, about 30 directors also attended the directors-only conference.

Golden Belt grants

Check it out in Ellinwood

There are new books at the Ellinwood Community/School Library. They are:

Girl's volleyball

Hoisington City Council to meet

The Hoisington City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.

USD 112 teachers, administrators attend conference

HOLYROOD - USD 112 teachers and administrators attended the Jostens Renaissance conference in Anaheim, Calif. to inspire students and staff to build a positive school atmosphere, generate school pride and promote education and attendance during their break this summer.

Day Camp

St. John Parish to offer basketball trophies at auction

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish of Hoisington will be offering the parish basketball trophies from previous years (prior to 2009) by holding a Silent Auction at the Hoisington Knights of Columbus Hall, 114 N. Main St., on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5. Bids must be placed by 2 p.m. and trophies picked up before closing that day.

Kans for Kids

USD 112 to begin wind energy program

HOLYROOD - USD 112 Central Plains school district will begin a new wind energy program for their students to allow for education and some electrical generation.

Clayton Doll benefit to be held

Family and friends of Clayton Doll's are working towards helping Clayton fight Multiple Myeloma. This fight is made possible by the generous support and kindness of people like you. They are kindly asking for donations. The benefit will take place at 5 p.m. Sept. 16 at the American Legion in Ellinwood. Activities include free will donation hog feed, cow patty bingo, raffle, silent auction and dance. If you are interested in donating please contact Tenelle Nuest @ 620-680-0856.

Ellinwood Municipal Court Docket

Ellinwood Municipal Court Docket - July 26

Ribbon cutting