MARSH MUSINGS

Spring turkey season opened in Kansas on April 1. There are some other things that happen about this time every year also. The morel mushrooms start to appear and they are one of the finest delicacies in the world. A secret spot to collect those mushrooms is a treasure far beyond money. The other thing that happens is that the asparagus in my garden starts to push its head up through the crowns of last ...

Mystic Blues to perform

ELLINWOOD -The Ellinwood High School Mystic Blues will present its annual "After Dinner Theater" at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 and at 3 p.m.Sunday, April 21 in the Ellinwood High School Auditorium. The Mystic Blues are a singing and dancing group. Members have to try out each year.

USD 355 appoints new board member

ELLINWOOD - At a special meeting on Thursday, USD 355 Board of Education accepted the resignation of Board Member Taunya Schlessiger and appointed Darren Beckwith in her place.

New roofing business comes to Hoisington

HOISINGTON - A roofing company based out of Topeka , Faith Roofing, has opened a location in Hoisington. They also have locations in St. Louis, Johnson County, Wichita, Kansas City and Lawrence.

USE 431 accepts resignations

HOISINGTON - The USD 431 School Board accepted the following resignations on Monday night. They were:

USD 431 to add new classes for next year

HOISINGTON - The USD 431 Hoisington School Board met at its regular meeting on Monday evening, and voted to add or changed new classes for the 2013-14 school year.

Ellinwood approves new Recreation Commission

ELLINWOOD- Ellinwood voters answered yes to the ballot question regarding a separate Recreation Commission on Tuesday with a vote of 301 to 187. The commission will have the ability to assess up to three mills to residents.

Barton Briefs

Planning meeting for community garden scheduled HOISINGTON - There will be a planting meeting for those interested in working with the community garden at 6:30 p.m. on April 4 at the friendship House, 419 E. 3rd St. For more information 620-653-2119. Church to have annual hog feed ELLINWOOD - The Immanuel United Church of Christ, 7th and Fritz, will have its annual Hog Feed from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 7. Relay for Life ...

Ellinwood municipal court docket

Ellinwood Municipal Court Docket - March 26 Brandon Dannebohm, driving while revoked habitual violator, fine $2,000, court costs $55.50 Marlen Castro, driving without valid drivers license, failed to appear Margaret Gifford, speeding 45/30, failed to appear Mathew Kloke, speeding 54/35, failed to appear Carolyn Tindall, speeding 50/30, fine $90, court costs $55.50 Christopher Whiting, driving while suspended, failed to appear Erin Vaupel, speeding 48/30, fine $78, court costs $55.50 Jerry Durr, driving while suspended, fine ...

Time for teachers and books

For the love of bunnies

Spring brings to mind green tufts of grass, trees budding, flower bulbs blooming and, of course, Easter. And with Easter for many youngsters comes the Easter bunny.

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.

Hoisington briefs

Hoisington Food Bank open May 16