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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

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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, ...

Essex recognizes STAR Employees

HOISINGTON - Superior Essex in Hoisington announces the latest recipient of the STAR Employee Recognition Award. Gavin Klug, Jacketing Helper/Operator, was named the 4th Quarter 2010 STAR Employee and was recently treated to a luncheon in his honor, a customized gift pack, a plaque, and STAR Employee parking privileges.

Scenic Byway Communitites to find the best in each other

The seven communities on the Wetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway will look to find the best in each other and learn more about the amenities that each community offers on March 29 and 30.

Six candidates run for USD 355 school board

ELLINWOOD - At the upcoming April 5 election, six candidates are running for the USD 355 school board for four open at-large positions. They are: Gregory R. (Bob) Baker Jr., Patricia J. Berger, Becca Maxwell, Taunya M. Schlessiger, Dianna M. Smith, and Lori L. Thomas.

Hoisington chambers names Labor Day theme

HOISINGTON - The Hoisington Chamber of Commerce has chosen a theme the 2011 Labor Day celebration. It will be "There's No Place Like Home."

Rotary Club to hold Irish Stew fundraiser

Rotary Club of Ellinwood will hold their third-annual St. Patrick's Day Irish Stew fundraiser on from 5-7 p.m. March 17 in the Ellinwood High School commons area. Tickets are $5 per person for Irish stew, cornbread and cake. Drinks are provided and carry out is available. Tickets may be purchased form Rotary Club members or at the door. Proceeds will go to eradication of polio which is the Rotary International project in partnership with ...

Ellinwood HS/MS Honor Roll

3.2 GPA and above with no D's, F's or I's (Students making all A's are denoted with an *) 7th Grade: Tamika Arndt, Madyson Bruno, Josiah Caspers*, Connor Ewing, Michaela Hughes*, Ashley Lamb, Mikayla Monday, Avery Pike, Ryan Pray, Alexander Robl*, Kaleb Schartz, Cassidy Schlessiger, Katie Shafer, Mattie Shafer*, Theron Sjogren, Laura Standlee, Yvette Teran 8th Grade: Tawny Arndt*, Delaney Beckwith, Elizabeth Frakes, Keaton Goering*, Shiani Hughes, Chelsea Kaspar, Rebecca Parke, ...

Claflin Fire Department reports news for Feb.

Last month, Claflin EMS personnel were dispatched for: a possible stroke, an injury auto accident, a fall victim and a patient that was injured in a home accident.

EHS Pink Out

ELLINWOOD -During Homecoming Week this year at Ellinwood High School, the student council decided to change things up. Instead of the typical red and blue adorning the hallways, things looked a bit pink. Pink for Breast Cancer, that is.

Claflin holds 3rd annual run

CLAFLIN - Claflin will hold its 3rd annual 5K/10K run or walk at 7:30 a.m. on May 25 beginning at Claflin City Park.

Alan Fullbright Scholarships awarded

ELLINWOOD - The criterion for the Alan Fullbright Scholarship are a reflection of what was significant in Alan Fullbright's life. The 2013 scholarship recipients are Stephanie Troyer who will be majoring in Music Education and attending Barton Community College. She has held several offices in KAY, FBLA, International Club and was the Student Council secretary and vice president of her class.