The Victoria Knights of Columbus will be holding their first Lenten Fish Fry on Friday beginning at 5 p.m. at the VFW Hall. 

 The menu will be Deep Fried Pollock, Fried Noodles and Beans, Cole Slaw, Baked Potatoes, Bread and all the trimmings.&nbsp;

The Victoria Knights of Columbus will be holding their first Lenten Fish Fry on Friday beginning at 5 p.m. at the VFW Hall. The menu will be Deep Fried Pollock, Fried Noodles and Beans, Cole Slaw, Baked Potatoes, Bread and all the trimmings.&nbsp;

Victoria Knights of Columbus fish fry is Friday

While working in the area of 13th and Fort today, city staff has found that two water main valves located at 10th and Fort and 13th and Fort have been compromised and require emergency replacement. 

 This may cause a disruption of water service along the 100 block of West 10th as well as along Fort Street from 10th to 13th streets. 

The city regrets the inconvenience this may cause and will be working to restore services as soon as possible. If you have questions, please call the Department of Water Resources at 785-628-7380.

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 </figure>City of HaysWhile working in the area of 13th and Fort today, city staff has found that two water main valves located at 10th and Fort and 13th and Fort have been compromised and require emergency replacement. This may cause a disruption of water service along the 100 block of West 10th as well as along Fort Street from 10th to 13th streets. The city regrets the inconvenience this may cause and will be working to restore services as soon as possible. If you have questions, please call the Department of Water Resources at 785-628-7380.

Emergency replacement of two water valves underway on S. Fort Street in Hays

The Kansas Livestock Foundation now is accepting applications for 2023-24 scholarships. Applicants must be graduates of a Kansas high school and enrolled at a Kansas community or senior college for the fall 2023 semester. 

 All materials must be digitally submitted by April 21.

One application applies to all scholarships and can be accessed by clicking here: <a href="https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships?fbclid=IwAR39_sIuiQSaWTlawA__TXdtw9lcC6B8Bz9CYT8TCNikPt3NkLXEOzBsEt4" target="_blank">https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships</a>

<a href="https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships?fbclid=IwAR39_sIuiQSaWTlawA__TXdtw9lcC6B8Bz9CYT8TCNikPt3NkLXEOzBsEt4" target="_blank"></a>Photo by John D. Morrison, Prairie Vistas Photography&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>KLFThe Kansas Livestock Foundation now is accepting applications for 2023-24 scholarships. Applicants must be graduates of a Kansas high school and enrolled at a Kansas community or senior college for the fall 2023 semester. All materials must be digitally submitted by April 21.One application applies to all scholarships and can be accessed by clicking here: <a href="https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships?fbclid=IwAR39_sIuiQSaWTlawA__TXdtw9lcC6B8Bz9CYT8TCNikPt3NkLXEOzBsEt4" target="_blank">https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships</a><a href="https://www.kla.org/programs/klf-scholarships?fbclid=IwAR39_sIuiQSaWTlawA__TXdtw9lcC6B8Bz9CYT8TCNikPt3NkLXEOzBsEt4" target="_blank"></a>Photo by John D. Morrison, Prairie Vistas Photography&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scholarship applications open for Kansas Livestock Foundation

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Kansas Stone Age tour set for June 10 in post rock country

The 2023 National Wheat Yield Contest is accepting entries; deadline for winter wheat is May 15, 2023. <a href="https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest?fbclid=IwAR2VH81nGMiv2fi8FbTODwXNSTZExWA7ucozvgzTvd0j2QhtfZZZmlh3inE" target="_blank">https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest</a>

<a href="https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest?fbclid=IwAR2VH81nGMiv2fi8FbTODwXNSTZExWA7ucozvgzTvd0j2QhtfZZZmlh3inE" target="_blank"></a>While overall prospects for the 2023 Kansas wheat harvest remain dim due to sustained drought conditions, producers who have received timely moisture are encouraged to enter the 2023 National Wheat Yield Contest.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>KS WheatThe 2023 National Wheat Yield Contest is accepting entries; deadline for winter wheat is May 15, 2023. <a href="https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest?fbclid=IwAR2VH81nGMiv2fi8FbTODwXNSTZExWA7ucozvgzTvd0j2QhtfZZZmlh3inE" target="_blank">https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest</a><a href="https://kswheat.com/yieldcontest?fbclid=IwAR2VH81nGMiv2fi8FbTODwXNSTZExWA7ucozvgzTvd0j2QhtfZZZmlh3inE" target="_blank"></a>While overall prospects for the 2023 Kansas wheat harvest remain dim due to sustained drought conditions, producers who have received timely moisture are encouraged to enter the 2023 National Wheat Yield Contest.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Producers encouraged to enter national wheat yield contest

For times and more information check out the Osborne County Calendar at <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/osbornecountycalendar/home?fbclid=IwAR0fj7huAGFiU3iiOvbnkC0gppO8Kjh1pBWkQKlnOyh2Wq6y5Td68cgf3OE" target="_blank">https://sites.google.com/view/osbornecountycalendar/home</a>.

 Do you have an event coming up?  Let us know!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Osborne Co. March events calendar

The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on Thursday in the area of Elm St. to Allen St. between 2nd St. and 11th St. and Main St. to Vine St. between 12th St. and 21st St. 

This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually. 

Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes.

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 </figure>Hays Fire Dept.The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on Thursday in the area of Elm St. to Allen St. between 2nd St. and 11th St. and Main St. to Vine St. between 12th St. and 21st St. This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually. Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes.

Firefighters testing hydrants in south-central Hays today

Hays Public Library book sale coming up March 25

RUSSELL - 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬: 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍! 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭@𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐤𝐬.𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫.

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 </figure>RUSSELL - 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬: 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍! 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭@𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐤𝐬.𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫.

Free online retail tax workshop offered for Russell businesses 

Luray fish fry Friday supports UMC

Kansas State Research and Extension Golden Prairie District is conducting a survey of 2022 farmland leasing arrangements for each of the counties within our district: Trego, Gove, and Logan.

These surveys are utilized to gain a better understanding of current conditions in our area related to rental arrangements.  Summary reports of the data will be available to all those who participate and will be shared as a general reference when requested by the public. The results will only be used in Golden Prairie District programming, with all individual responses kept strictly confidential.

If you would like to offer your leasing arrangement information to be used in our data, you may find them on our website to complete or stop in at one of our offices to obtain a printed version. 

After completing the survey, please return it to your local Golden Prairie District Office by Friday, March 31st, 2023. After the March 31st deadline, a summary of the collected surveys will be available on our page as well.

Your input is critical to ensure this survey is representative of our counties, and we want to thank you in advance for your participation.

 To view/complete our survey, visit the link below and select the appropriate county's survey. If you are unable to print on your own, please stop by your local Golden Prairie District office; we'd be happy to provide a copy.

Link to surveys: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goldenprairie.k-state.edu%2Flivestock%2Findex-livestock.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3MczAVUNRFV3voaQPUNeBP74QEdqhR0AtP-0mIfjTUPLZzEaLAeJOFyYo&amp;h=AT1avZ-CRVrP0ywneFJe2pqwamDtjzY_PIjAMvDLbTBHJa2bElnBtQqdYdb-M2BmjwrVLIjf5vhdvIj5dLZ4CPLwwWz-oVPpOLsp22f8PxBfoiKAClXQMSIc6JMIK7TagkOS&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0-88yl7jBK5wrAj3a-NuN4LtmORoCIDxbLHZpCIDOphNfd6rzoqMvPdbi26y72f6ACoBX1rLs_r5rRdEvI9Fbn7zWOnvlm7ip30imURIRsixqZ-le0pDyeb_Ev4U8JNKeUCpLLJ5_Qi8ADZ67H1hIVHt1TKx2UW-BLfa9UplBPZWAyDm858yDOP4HXfIQ3wXU6orpMlVKlGNjB0cJyV4K1MuEs" target="_blank">https://www.goldenprairie.k-state.edu/.../index-livestock...</a>

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 </figure>KSREKansas State Research and Extension Golden Prairie District is conducting a survey of 2022 farmland leasing arrangements for each of the counties within our district: Trego, Gove, and Logan.These surveys are utilized to gain a better understanding of current conditions in our area related to rental arrangements. Summary reports of the data will be available to all those who participate and will be shared as a general reference when requested by the public. The results will only be used in Golden Prairie District programming, with all individual responses kept strictly confidential.If you would like to offer your leasing arrangement information to be used in our data, you may find them on our website to complete or stop in at one of our offices to obtain a printed version. After completing the survey, please return it to your local Golden Prairie District Office by Friday, March 31st, 2023. After the March 31st deadline, a summary of the collected surveys will be available on our page as well.Your input is critical to ensure this survey is representative of our counties, and we want to thank you in advance for your participation. To view/complete our survey, visit the link below and select the appropriate county's survey. If you are unable to print on your own, please stop by your local Golden Prairie District office; we'd be happy to provide a copy.Link to surveys: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goldenprairie.k-state.edu%2Flivestock%2Findex-livestock.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3MczAVUNRFV3voaQPUNeBP74QEdqhR0AtP-0mIfjTUPLZzEaLAeJOFyYo&amp;h=AT1avZ-CRVrP0ywneFJe2pqwamDtjzY_PIjAMvDLbTBHJa2bElnBtQqdYdb-M2BmjwrVLIjf5vhdvIj5dLZ4CPLwwWz-oVPpOLsp22f8PxBfoiKAClXQMSIc6JMIK7TagkOS&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0-88yl7jBK5wrAj3a-NuN4LtmORoCIDxbLHZpCIDOphNfd6rzoqMvPdbi26y72f6ACoBX1rLs_r5rRdEvI9Fbn7zWOnvlm7ip30imURIRsixqZ-le0pDyeb_Ev4U8JNKeUCpLLJ5_Qi8ADZ67H1hIVHt1TKx2UW-BLfa9UplBPZWAyDm858yDOP4HXfIQ3wXU6orpMlVKlGNjB0cJyV4K1MuEs" target="_blank">https://www.goldenprairie.k-state.edu/.../index-livestock...</a>

Golden Prairie Extension Dist. conducting farmland leasing survey

TOPEKA –&nbsp;For the first time in the twenty-year history of the Kansas Tobacco Quitline 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, (KDHE) is offering all phone coaching enrollees eight weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy while supplies last.

Participants who are 18 years and older that want to quit smoking, vaping or chewing tobacco and enroll in the phone coaching program can choose a lozenge, gum, or patch that will be mailed directly to their home if they enroll by midnight on Sunday, April 30.

“We want all tobacco users to know that although quitting is hard, they can do it,” said&nbsp;Matthew Schrock, cessation coordinator. “Individuals who smoke often try to quit several times before succeeding, but proven treatments and services are available that can improve your chances to quit for good. We encourage all Kansans to try to quit, and if they want free help, take advantage of this opportunity.”

The Kansas Tobacco Quitline is a free, 24/7 resource available to Kansas residents to help them quit smoking. The Quitline provides help, such as counseling, a personalized Quit Plan and quitting support by phone and through online services. A survey of Quitline users highlighted that 90% of participants were satisfied with the Quitline coaches and counselors. The Quitline can be reached by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

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 </figure>KDHETOPEKA –&nbsp;For the first time in the twenty-year history of the Kansas Tobacco Quitline 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, (KDHE) is offering all phone coaching enrollees eight weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy while supplies last.Participants who are 18 years and older that want to quit smoking, vaping or chewing tobacco and enroll in the phone coaching program can choose a lozenge, gum, or patch that will be mailed directly to their home if they enroll by midnight on Sunday, April 30.“We want all tobacco users to know that although quitting is hard, they can do it,” said&nbsp;Matthew Schrock, cessation coordinator. “Individuals who smoke often try to quit several times before succeeding, but proven treatments and services are available that can improve your chances to quit for good. We encourage all Kansans to try to quit, and if they want free help, take advantage of this opportunity.”The Kansas Tobacco Quitline is a free, 24/7 resource available to Kansas residents to help them quit smoking. The Quitline provides help, such as counseling, a personalized Quit Plan and quitting support by phone and through online services. A survey of Quitline users highlighted that 90% of participants were satisfied with the Quitline coaches and counselors. The Quitline can be reached by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

 Kansas Tobacco Quitline offers 8 weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy

BUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local live production of Smoky Hills PBS, Bunker Hill, will feature Rep. Christina Haswood, D-Lawrence, District 10, and Rep. Susan Concannon, R-Beloit, District 107, at 7 p.m. Friday.

"The Kansas Legislature" is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The program&nbsp;is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio.&nbsp;

To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;for the 2023 season schedule.&nbsp;

Streaming access is also available for each episode on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>.&nbsp;

The 2023 Kansas Legislature is made possible by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.itc-holdings.com/itc-great-plains" target="_blank">ITC Great Plains</a>&nbsp;and through a partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/docking/" target="_blank">Docking Institute of Public Affairs</a>, Fort Hays State University.

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 </figure>SHPBSBUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local live production of Smoky Hills PBS, Bunker Hill, will feature Rep. Christina Haswood, D-Lawrence, District 10, and Rep. Susan Concannon, R-Beloit, District 107, at 7 p.m. Friday."The Kansas Legislature" is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions.&nbsp;&nbsp;The program&nbsp;is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio.&nbsp;To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;for the 2023 season schedule.&nbsp; Streaming access is also available for each episode on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>.&nbsp;The 2023 Kansas Legislature is made possible by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.itc-holdings.com/itc-great-plains" target="_blank">ITC Great Plains</a>&nbsp;and through a partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/docking/" target="_blank">Docking Institute of Public Affairs</a>, Fort Hays State University.

Reps. Concannon, Haswood on 'The Kansas Legislature' Friday

Tom Krause, a motivational speaker will be giving a presentation titled "You Make A Difference" at the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Daughters of Isabella Circle #254 in Hays.&nbsp; The celebration will begin at 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 22, at the Rose Garden Banquet Hall, 2350 E. Eighth.&nbsp;&nbsp;This event is open to the public.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Krause is best known for his contributions to the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series and is author of several other books, one of which is currently under movie production. Krause spent 20 years in the public school system and knows how to reach audiences of all ages with unforgettable presentations.

Tickets for the banquet and presentation are $35 each and can be purchased from Peggy Feltis 785-628-1336, Janet Koerner 785-623-3407, Geri Zerr 785-432-1028, Donnetta Pfeifer 785-628-1094 or Barbara Zimmerman 785-628-8074.

Tickets will be available through April 14.

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 </figure>News releaseTom Krause, a motivational speaker will be giving a presentation titled "You Make A Difference" at the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Daughters of Isabella Circle #254 in Hays.&nbsp; The celebration will begin at 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 22, at the Rose Garden Banquet Hall, 2350 E. Eighth.&nbsp;&nbsp;This event is open to the public.&nbsp;&nbsp; Krause is best known for his contributions to the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series and is author of several other books, one of which is currently under movie production. Krause spent 20 years in the public school system and knows how to reach audiences of all ages with unforgettable presentations.Tickets for the banquet and presentation are $35 each and can be purchased from Peggy Feltis 785-628-1336, Janet Koerner 785-623-3407, Geri Zerr 785-432-1028, Donnetta Pfeifer 785-628-1094 or Barbara Zimmerman 785-628-8074.Tickets will be available through April 14.

Author, motivational speaker will make Hays appearance

The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on March 15, 2023, in the area of Fort Hays State University campus to Walnut St. between 6th St. and 14th St. and Indian Trail to Cumberland Ave. between 22nd St. and 27th St. 

This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually.

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 </figure>Hays Fire Dept.The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on March 15, 2023, in the area of Fort Hays State University campus to Walnut St. between 6th St. and 14th St. and Indian Trail to Cumberland Ave. between 22nd St. and 27th St. This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually.

Hydrant inspections by Hays Fire Dept. in two areas today

The city of Hays will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. 

The conversion will begin on March 14th and continue through May 16th. 

During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.&nbsp;

Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. 

Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for longer periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged use of chloramine coupled with other factors that can impact water quality, such as high temperatures or reduced usage of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual. 

The Hays Fire Department is conducting their annual testing of all 1057 hydrants at the same time to rid distribution pipes of this organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.

Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly.

If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Water Resources Department at 785-628-7380.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>City of HaysThe city of Hays will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on March 14th and continue through May 16th. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.&nbsp; Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for longer periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged use of chloramine coupled with other factors that can impact water quality, such as high temperatures or reduced usage of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual. The Hays Fire Department is conducting their annual testing of all 1057 hydrants at the same time to rid distribution pipes of this organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall. Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Water Resources Department at 785-628-7380.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Hays' water system to temporarily convert disinfectant this week

Acclaimed Celtic fingerstyle guitarist&nbsp;Jerry Barlow&nbsp;is a virtuoso musician, a warm and accessible performer, and a world-class storyteller. His repertoire is composed of a synthesis of traditional music from the British Isles and his own original Celtic-inspired compositions. On Sunday, March 26, Jerry&nbsp;will perform a show of medieval Irish &amp; Scottish history and music called&nbsp;“Of Castles and Kings." This show will take place in the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26. (2:00p.m. MT).

Barlow’s music transports the listener across time and space on an imaginary journey to a rustic Irish fishing village or the misty Scottish Highlands or an enchanted English forest. He shares the history, legend and humor behind the music, bringing the songs alive. His expressive arrangements have been described as “music to soothe the soul, warm the heart, and lift the spirit." 

This program is sponsored in part by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Admission is with season ticket, or at the door; Adults, $10, Students, $5. There will be a school performance the following Monday in Sharon Springs.

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 </figure>WPAAAcclaimed Celtic fingerstyle guitarist&nbsp;Jerry Barlow&nbsp;is a virtuoso musician, a warm and accessible performer, and a world-class storyteller. His repertoire is composed of a synthesis of traditional music from the British Isles and his own original Celtic-inspired compositions. On Sunday, March 26, Jerry&nbsp;will perform a show of medieval Irish &amp; Scottish history and music called&nbsp;“Of Castles and Kings." This show will take place in the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26. (2:00p.m. MT).Barlow’s music transports the listener across time and space on an imaginary journey to a rustic Irish fishing village or the misty Scottish Highlands or an enchanted English forest. He shares the history, legend and humor behind the music, bringing the songs alive. His expressive arrangements have been described as “music to soothe the soul, warm the heart, and lift the spirit." This program is sponsored in part by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Admission is with season ticket, or at the door; Adults, $10, Students, $5. There will be a school performance the following Monday in Sharon Springs.

Celtic guitarist Jerry Barlow to perform in northwest Kansas

The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants Tuesday in the area of Vine St. to Hall St. between 27th St. and 33rd St. 

This is part of a coordinated effort by the City of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually.

 Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. 

Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes. 

The associated flushing of water mains allows chlorine to be distributed throughout the system to eliminate bio-filming in the water mains. Slight discoloration of the water supply may be encountered although there will be no health risks to the consumer. All reasonable efforts will be taken to minimize the inconvenience to the public.

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 </figure>Hays Fire Dept.The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants Tuesday in the area of Vine St. to Hall St. between 27th St. and 33rd St. This is part of a coordinated effort by the City of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually. Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes. The associated flushing of water mains allows chlorine to be distributed throughout the system to eliminate bio-filming in the water mains. Slight discoloration of the water supply may be encountered although there will be no health risks to the consumer. All reasonable efforts will be taken to minimize the inconvenience to the public.

Hays FD continues work on fire hydrant inspections west of Vine

Smoky Hill PBS will host its annual family fun day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at Big Creek Crossing in Hays.

This free event includes a free gift for the first 500 kids. Kids can meet and take pictures with Nature Cat and rock out with Jammin' Randy.

You can find more details at <a href="http://smokyhillpbs.org">smokyhillpbs.org</a>.

SubmittedSmoky Hill PBS will host its annual family fun day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at Big Creek Crossing in Hays.This free event includes a free gift for the first 500 kids. Kids can meet and take pictures with Nature Cat and rock out with Jammin' Randy.You can find more details at <a href="http://smokyhillpbs.org">smokyhillpbs.org</a>.

Smoky Hill PBS to host Family Fun Day April in Hays

COLBY — The annual Colby Community College bull production sale&nbsp;is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, March 23, in the Beef Unit at the college farm east of Colby. Lunch will be served at noon.&nbsp;Bidders must register before the event begins.

The sale features yearling bulls, heifers, and two-year-old bulls from 11 consignors representing breeds of Angus, Balancer, Gelbvieh, SimAngus, Simmental, and Salers.&nbsp;

Online bidders must be registered at&nbsp;<a href="https://dvauction.com/events/185963">https://dvauction.com/events/185963</a>&nbsp;before the sale.

For more information, contact beef program director Adalaide Kline at (785) 460-5465 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:adalaide.kline@colbycc.edu">adalaide.kline@colbycc.edu</a>.&nbsp;

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Annual Colby CC bull production sale is this month

COLBY — Forty-two Colby Community College students were inducted into the Rho Iota Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society of community colleges, on Feb. 23 at CCC's Cultural Arts Center.

After introductory remarks by PTK co-advisors Sami Talsma and Megan Augustine, college President Dr. Seth Carter introduced the keynote speaker, CCC humanities and behavioral sciences instructor Mark Carlton.

New members include Valeria Almanza-Chavez (Goodland), Keira Bandy (Colby), Alessia Bergesio (Italy), Laura Bogen (Germany), William Bradley (Colby), Shailey Clark (Great Bend), Emily Davis (Johnstown, Colo.), Clàudia Font Torres (Spain), Clint Hammond (Norton), Aaron Heintzelman (Leavenworth), Nicole Jansonius (Colby), Roberson Jean (Haiti), Emma Lehman (Goodland), Zane Lucksavage (Murphy, N.C.), Jason Malone (Gem), Kirsten Marcotte (Damar), Jax Marn (Olathe), Courtney McCullough (Salina), Britnee McKinney (Colby), Keller Metzker (Colby), Jenna Milford (Eudora), Daniel Mills (Ashland), Faith Mulholland (Lincoln, Neb.), Ryan Myers (Colby), Shante Nelson (Hays), Claire Nelson (Colby), Carli Nieman (Gem), Isabella Ostmeyer (Grinnell), Mark Rausch (Riverton, Utah), Hannah Ridnour (Wray, Colo.), Lydia Rinehart (Colby), Lacey Schmidt (Deshler, Neb.), Jera Schoenfeld (Oakley), Livia Shultz (Grainfield), Kylah Smith (Gem), Alexis Stidham (Wichita), Farrah Trail (Herndon), Travis Tubbs (Colby), Noah Van Allen (Sharon Springs), Kori Vogel (Hudson, Colo.), Jennifer Weiford (Mission Hills), Eric Wittman (Cimarron).

Officers for 2022-23 are Britnee McKinney, president; Sarah Seifert, vice president;&nbsp;Anahy Sandoval-Sanchez, secretary; Noah Van Allen, treasurer; and Lydia Rinehart, public relations officer.

Membership is based on grade point average and other criteria. The primary purpose of PTK is to recognize and encourage scholarship, learning and academic achievement among two-year college students.

Founded in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education, with more than 3.5 million members and nearly 1,300 recognized chapters in 10 nations.&nbsp;

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 </figure>New members include Valeria Almanza-Chavez (Goodland), Keira Bandy (Colby), Alessia Bergesio (Italy), Laura Bogen (Germany), William Bradley (Colby), Shailey Clark (Great Bend), Emily Davis (Johnstown, Colo.), Clàudia Font Torres (Spain), Clint Hammond (Norton), Aaron Heintzelman (Leavenworth), Nicole Jansonius (Colby), Roberson Jean (Haiti), Emma Lehman (Goodland), Zane Lucksavage (Murphy, N.C.), Jason Malone (Gem), Kirsten Marcotte (Damar), Jax Marn (Olathe), Courtney McCullough (Salina), Britnee McKinney (Colby), Keller Metzker (Colby), Jenna Milford (Eudora), Daniel Mills (Ashland), Faith Mulholland (Lincoln, Neb.), Ryan Myers (Colby), Shante Nelson (Hays), Claire Nelson (Colby), Carli Nieman (Gem), Isabella Ostmeyer (Grinnell), Mark Rausch (Riverton, Utah), Hannah Ridnour (Wray, Colo.), Lydia Rinehart (Colby), Lacey Schmidt (Deshler, Neb.), Jera Schoenfeld (Oakley), Livia Shultz (Grainfield), Kylah Smith (Gem), Alexis Stidham (Wichita), Farrah Trail (Herndon), Travis Tubbs (Colby), Noah Van Allen (Sharon Springs), Kori Vogel (Hudson, Colo.), Jennifer Weiford (Mission Hills), Eric Wittman (Cimarron).Officers for 2022-23 are Britnee McKinney, president; Sarah Seifert, vice president;&nbsp;Anahy Sandoval-Sanchez, secretary; Noah Van Allen, treasurer; and Lydia Rinehart, public relations officer.Membership is based on grade point average and other criteria. The primary purpose of PTK is to recognize and encourage scholarship, learning and academic achievement among two-year college students.Founded in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education, with more than 3.5 million members and nearly 1,300 recognized chapters in 10 nations.&nbsp;

Colby CC inducts 42 into Phi Theta Kappa

There will be two National Weather Service storm spotter training sessions Thursday in Hays.

Sessions will be offered at 3 and 6 p.m. at the&nbsp;Ellis County Emergency Services building, 1105 E. 22nd (basement).

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 </figure>There will be two National Weather Service storm spotter training sessions Thursday in Hays.Sessions will be offered at 3 and 6 p.m. at the&nbsp;Ellis County Emergency Services building, 1105 E. 22nd (basement).

NWS storm spotter training sessions set for Thursday in Hays

The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants Friday in the area of Vine St. to Macarthur Rd. between 13th St. and 22nd St. 

Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes.&nbsp;

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 </figure>City of HaysThe Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants Friday in the area of Vine St. to Macarthur Rd. between 13th St. and 22nd St. This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually. Inspecting fire hydrants ensures that the valves operate properly and that there is no damage or obstructions that will prevent or interfere with the prompt use of fire hydrants in an emergency. Firefighters are also checking the pressure and volume of water mains in each neighborhood for firefighting purposes.&nbsp;

Hays firefighters to do more hydrant inspections today

Marla Matkin is pleased to announce the publication of her second children’s book, "A Dragon’s Tale," released at the end of 2022.&nbsp;Like her first book "Custer’s Mouse," this story is steeped in history.

&nbsp;The book tells a tale that traces its origins back to the Late Cretaceous Epoch and the dinosaurs, in this case one special plesiosaur (marine reptile), whose remains were found near Fort Wallace in northwest Kansas in 1867. 

By utilizing literary license, the story is told by a fanciful young boy with a love of adventure. He leads you on a journey through time from King Arthur’s Court and dragons to the Old West and the frontier military.

But to hear the rest of the story, you will have to join The Society of Friends at Historic Fort Hays on Sunday at 2 p.m. for the behind-the-scenes details and fun activities. In addition, you will be treated to a delicious dessert bar along with an opportunity to purchase a copy of "A Dragon’s Tale," as well as "Custer’s Mouse," signed by the author.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedMarla Matkin is pleased to announce the publication of her second children’s book, "A Dragon’s Tale," released at the end of 2022.&nbsp;Like her first book "Custer’s Mouse," this story is steeped in history.&nbsp;The book tells a tale that traces its origins back to the Late Cretaceous Epoch and the dinosaurs, in this case one special plesiosaur (marine reptile), whose remains were found near Fort Wallace in northwest Kansas in 1867. By utilizing literary license, the story is told by a fanciful young boy with a love of adventure. He leads you on a journey through time from King Arthur’s Court and dragons to the Old West and the frontier military.But to hear the rest of the story, you will have to join The Society of Friends at Historic Fort Hays on Sunday at 2 p.m. for the behind-the-scenes details and fun activities. In addition, you will be treated to a delicious dessert bar along with an opportunity to purchase a copy of "A Dragon’s Tale," as well as "Custer’s Mouse," signed by the author.&nbsp;

Children's book author to discuss plesiosaur remains found near Fort Wallace

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