New books on CD at the Ellinwood Library

ELLINWOOD - "Bring Up the Bodies" by Hilary Mantel. This international bestseller explores one of the most mystifying and frightening episodes in English history: the downfall of Anne Boleyn. King Henry VIII is disenchanted with the audacious Boleyn. She has failed to give him a son, and she has alienated his friends and the noble families. Over a few terrifying weeks, Anne is ensnared in a web of conspiracy, and her fate is sealed - but without a fight.

Ladies Night Out to be held in Ellinwood

ELLINWOOD - Ellinwood businesses will hold their 8th annual Ladies Night Out from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on April 4 in Ellinwood. There will be specials and discounts, drawings, give- aways and refreshments.

Area Briefs

Hoisington in need of Grand Marshal nominations HOISINGTON - The Hoisington Chamber of Commerce is in need of nominations for Grand Marshal for Labor Day. Those with ideas can contact the Hoisington Chamber of Commerce at 653-4311. Fire Escape to hold Bible studies ELLINWOOD -The Fire Escape is a non-profit ministry focused community coffee house, that is available to the community. The Fire Escape is open to the public every Saturday from 7-9 p.m. Those ...

HHS students place at Claflin

HOISINGTON -Hoisington High School forensics students competed and placed at the CPL league tournament at Claflin recently.

St. Joseph Festival

Hoisington City Council meets

HOISINGTON - The governing body met in regular session with the following present: Mayor Williamson, Councilmembers Donovan, Farmer, Aylward, Sekavec, Andereck, VanBrimmer, Smith and Wilborn on March 25. Also present City Attorney Horner, City Manager Mitchell and City Clerk Crutcher.

Claflin city minutes

CLAFLIN - The governing body of the City of Claflin met in regular session, Monday, March 11, 2013 at 7:00 PM in the city building. Present were: Mayor Michael Urban, Councilpersons Kirk Schneweis, Kelly Nixon, Casey Hubbard and Leon Oberle. Also present: City Attorney Bob Suelter, City Clerk Patricia Schmidt, Robert Gunder, Richard Hayes, Liz Praeger, Randy Oeser and Ryan Oeser.

Local authors to host book signing

Two new local children's book authors, Gina Cook and Tami Dykes will hold their first book signing this Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Everything Under the Son which is located at 407 McKinley St. in Great Bend.

Ellinwood Municipal Court

Carolyn Tindall, speeding 50/30, continued to March 26 Audrey Lunsford, speeding 43/30, failed to appear Kurt Doll, sexual battery, continued to March 26 Kurt Doll, battery, continued to March 26 Kurt Doll, contempt of court, continued to March 26 Patricia Jones, disorderly conduct, fine $100, court costs $55.50 E13C0021 Cavendar Maria Theft of Services $0.00 $0.00 Pled Not Guilty Joshua Hoeffner, battery domestic violence, pled not guilty Joshua Hoeffner, criminal trespass, pled not guilty Corey ...

Brownback announces grant for St. Joseph School Library

TOPEKA - Kansas First Lady Mary Brownback announced the winners of the 2013 Kansas Book Festival Grants during a news conference today at the Statehouse in Topeka.

Spring in Kansas

Ellinwood Rec question on ballot

ELLINWOOD- Members of the proposed new Ellinwood Recreation Commission were present at the Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce meeting on Friday to explain the goals of the group and answer any questions residents might have. Ellinwood voters will be asked on the April ballot to vote for a separate Recreation Commission with a mill levy assessment of up to three mills or against.

Hoisington to begin new single stream trash recycling April 15

HOISINTON - At a well-attended Chamber of Commerce coffee, Stutzman Refuse Disposal hosted the event, showing the automated trash truck, the new polycarts, and having a ribbon cutting.

Man accidentally shoots self in leg

KINGMAN - Authorities from Kingman County are investigating a shooting that sent James A. Kraft, 53, of Claflin to a Wichita hospital with a gunshot wound to his leg, according to the Hutchinson News.

Hoisington Labor Day theme announced

HOISINGTON - The theme for the 117th annual Labor Day celebration has been announced. It is "Celebrating Life in the Heartland."

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.