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The Ellis County Drug Enforcement Unit, in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National
Prescription Drug Take Back Day, is offering community members with an opportunity to dispose of old, unwanted,
unused, and no longer needed medications during the 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, held on Saturday
April 30th, 2022, from 10 am to 2pm. The drop off site will be located in the north parking lot of the Ellis County Law
Enforcement Center, 105 W. 12th. Since the inception of the Drug Take Back events, Kansas has collected and
properly disposed of 226,178 pounds of unused and no longer needed medications.


During this event the Ellis County Drug Enforcement Unit will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of
prescription drugs. Prescription medications can be disposed of in the original container or placed in a Ziploc bag.
Liquids (including intravenous solutions) syringes, sharps, and other illicit drugs will not be accepted.


Ellis County Sheriff's OfficeThe Ellis County Drug Enforcement Unit, in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National
Prescription Drug Take Back Day, is offering community members with an opportunity to dispose of old, unwanted,
unused, and no longer needed medications during the 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, held on Saturday
April 30th, 2022, from 10 am to 2pm. The drop off site will be located in the north parking lot of the Ellis County Law
Enforcement Center, 105 W. 12th. Since the inception of the Drug Take Back events, Kansas has collected and
properly disposed of 226,178 pounds of unused and no longer needed medications.
During this event the Ellis County Drug Enforcement Unit will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of
prescription drugs. Prescription medications can be disposed of in the original container or placed in a Ziploc bag.
Liquids (including intravenous solutions) syringes, sharps, and other illicit drugs will not be accepted.
Cover image courtesy Pixabay

Drug Take Back Day scheduled for April 30

Fort Hays State University’s Science Café for April is set for Monday.

The monthly presentation about science, sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute, will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.

John Ross, strategic change administrator at Sunflower Electric Power Corp. in Hays, will talk about the mission that will open new views of the universe. He will explain how NASA’s SpaceX mission will use its Starship rocket to deliver astronauts to the moon’s surface for the upcoming Artemis mission.

Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:

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 </figure>SubmittedFort Hays State University’s Science Café for April is set for Monday.The monthly presentation about science, sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute, will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.John Ross, strategic change administrator at Sunflower Electric Power Corp. in Hays, will talk about the mission that will open new views of the universe. He will explain how NASA’s SpaceX mission will use its Starship rocket to deliver astronauts to the moon’s surface for the upcoming Artemis mission.Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:<a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJIbWkKLWq-2BAH9EOMnpKiWtF21cgruX7hnOpjSWWak0MVosla_-2FnwFlkKVzcKMOkDYhP8GUyFUplsqhIzQPvqFQr864lE6mcAzErX0FzZi5JGU6rvvK6MLOuHK4jhl5V61fmGkhToZRMbpEKBDAFMZ0jElT3tJmz7vmG2Oh1wrxpMGOIemhiaZlwCZy0s44c-2B88cgZWR6KsRygp1GyeoBrACCWJN1zNg4LzcD8ofNxWnL3fjbb2umcoWMnDoK8S47EeY-2FcNZnwPlAJBA7lToKX6pTCAFFs6ZO-2BQo-2FnK5gdveWAWPwnvkIcu8V0j1gvgeAmrg95hp1kvIkyG02FCBQxEDzxzvqNLVa4mzX8EyAGEqvmQntA7v6NAhQRWoh9AZnzOIKHkxj0wame8hSmuMMywlHXr-2FXhzfhaU47SXo7nhRam4eF8EdPWGhoP6Nleo9J00AbvHg-3D-3D">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a><a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJN6YW3ahiFh3u1xso6sQsiDE6GJ06bOQIjYgX8RETmmTmx2A_-2FnwFlkKVzcKMOkDYhP8GUyFUplsqhIzQPvqFQr864lE6mcAzErX0FzZi5JGU6rvvK6MLOuHK4jhl5V61fmGkhToZRMbpEKBDAFMZ0jElT3tJmz7vmG2Oh1wrxpMGOIemhiaZlwCZy0s44c-2B88cgZWR6KsRygp1GyeoBrACCWJN1zNg4LzcD8ofNxWnL3fjbb2umcoWMnDoK8S47EeY-2FcNZIN3o2fw-2Bq2mNveZZvUVDPeYqwrbFgdfSBl0UXrE7th5rfysXSMYXJv1eJxjBVt7-2Bcf7hI3Dntxl1xI4-2FeeHZbQ1tdfazrp5yJNnh-2B-2FlkOBLkkYDq-2FIUwyOoKK-2Fl76kcuyTm44TIfSSwfhZJi4jp4Vlb9iOEYeqbi6cC-2F6GdkZacX9Q7o2ORNHxDw7PT0UU4A-3D-3D">www.twitter.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a><a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJM9yMLtcQHFVzIgvo7vtXsa2lh-2FFmlw1B0utYEX-2F-2BAl65ttfmJSIa8vOh5ZwyxplYg-3D-3DzQS2_-2FnwFlkKVzcKMOkDYhP8GUyFUplsqhIzQPvqFQr864lE6mcAzErX0FzZi5JGU6rvvK6MLOuHK4jhl5V61fmGkhToZRMbpEKBDAFMZ0jElT3tJmz7vmG2Oh1wrxpMGOIemhiaZlwCZy0s44c-2B88cgZWR6KsRygp1GyeoBrACCWJN1zNg4LzcD8ofNxWnL3fjbb2umcoWMnDoK8S47EeY-2FcNR4N-2BU42Gx-2FRNxz6NINE1uBabAyxzhKibZGlZqzpazmHpgf0FaK5oNeOjp5N-2BUzSQuMGzMGcN0Sun8HuNubgw2TvtLy15kYjpOYLTfPuq7uxVjcj-2FboS3DgZrFQGN9jBI5LnwAt56necv-2BsHYomYqwzptKLpYQ-2FoqINQPcTbfZboB4Lhr2s1pIe7IQ40DWxE-2Bg-3D-3D">www.facebook.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

NASA’s SpaceX mission the topic  of FHSU’s next Science Cafe

The Kansas Department of Transportation has started work on a pavement marking project along U.S. 40 near Oakley.

Crews will be removing and replacing pavement markings starting at the west U.S. 83 junction and ending at the I-70 junction. Flaggers and a pilot car will direct traffic through the work zone; expect delays of 15 minutes or less. Work is estimated to be complete by the end of May, weather permitting.

RoadSafe Traffic Systems of El Dorado is the primary contractor with a total contract cost of approximately $485,000.&nbsp;

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation has started work on a pavement marking project along U.S. 40 near Oakley.Crews will be removing and replacing pavement markings starting at the west U.S. 83 junction and ending at the I-70 junction. Flaggers and a pilot car will direct traffic through the work zone; expect delays of 15 minutes or less. Work is estimated to be complete by the end of May, weather permitting.RoadSafe Traffic Systems of El Dorado is the primary contractor with a total contract cost of approximately $485,000.&nbsp;

U.S. 40 pavement marking project starting near Oakley

The Phillipsburg track and field meet scheduled for Friday, April 22nd has been postponed until Monday, April 25th due to weather conditions.

The Phillipsburg track and field meet scheduled for Friday, April 22nd has been postponed until Monday, April 25th due to weather conditions.

👟Phillipsburg track meet postponed

DOWNS —&nbsp; The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasStorytellingFestival" target="_blank">Kansas Storytelling Festival</a>&nbsp;will present its annual event Friday and Saturday. The event includes five nationally recognized tellers performing on five stages throughout the Festival. Over the course of the two days, the Festival also presents the annual tall&nbsp;tails&nbsp;contest, ghost stories, local legends, workshops,&nbsp; master storytellers, and more.

Every session at the Festival offers something remarkable. Here are just a few highlights of this year’s lineup:&nbsp;

Andy Offutt Irwin.&nbsp;Andy is especially known for relating the adventures of his 85-year-old-widowed-newly-minted-physician-aunt, Marguerite Van Camp, a woman who avoids curmudgeonship by keeping her finger on the pulse of the changing world around her.

Kim Weitkamp. Kim grew up in Amish Country as the middle child of exhausted parents. Labeled by teachers as high-spirited, uncooperative, and too talkative, Kim took those comments and channeled them into a lifetime of high-energy, heartfelt, and hilarious artistry.

Regi Carpenter. Regi's stories uplift the audience as they are reminded of each individual's tremendous impact within their circle. She utilizes the power of stories to motivate, inspire, energize, and focus individuals.

Don White.&nbsp;Don has invented his own genre with a mix of humor and powerful songwriting. He is a singer/songwriter, a comedian, an author, and a storyteller.

Phil S. Dixon.&nbsp;Phil has covered African American baseball topics for more than thirty-five years and is an author and storyteller of the rich history surrounding America's pastime, baseball.

The Kansas Storytelling Festival is proud to offer the Tall Tales Contest on Friday evening. Throughout the Festival, enjoy the incredible talent through Local Legends, Ghost Stories, Storytelling Workshops, Master Storytellers, Swappin’ Ground, and Featured Tellers Q &amp; A. All storytelling locations are accessible within a few blocks of walking distance. Enjoy a scenic shuttle ride between performances and there’s plenty of parking on Morgan Avenue.

For information about the Kansas Storytelling Festival, contact Glennys Doane, 785-545-5105,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kansasstorytelling@gmail.com" target="_blank">kansasstorytelling@gmail.com</a>

Purchase admission buttons early online,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/shop" target="_blank">kansasstorytellingfestival.com/shop</a>, by day, or by a performance at the historic Downs Depot.&nbsp;

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Annual Kansas Storytelling Festival this weekend in Downs

BUNKER HILL — Smoky Hills PBS has announced it will be bringing its Family Fun Day event to Fike Park in Colby on Saturday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.&nbsp; Curious George will also be there.

The Family Fun Day event gives kids a chance to meet Curious George in person and take pictures with him. The first 500 kids that come to meet Curious George will receive a free gift.

“Curious George is so excited to come celebrate Earth Day with the kids,” said Haley Gagnon, event coordinator for Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp; “We are thrilled to bring our Family Fun Day event to northwest Kansas.”

Family Fun Day is an educational and entertaining event that Smoky Hills PBS puts on approximately 4 times a year across Central and Western Kansas.&nbsp; Smoky Hills PBS brings a special PBS character to visit and free books and educational gifts are distributed to those children in attendance.

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 </figure>Smoky Hills PBSBUNKER HILL — Smoky Hills PBS has announced it will be bringing its Family Fun Day event to Fike Park in Colby on Saturday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.&nbsp; Curious George will also be there.The Family Fun Day event gives kids a chance to meet Curious George in person and take pictures with him. The first 500 kids that come to meet Curious George will receive a free gift.“Curious George is so excited to come celebrate Earth Day with the kids,” said Haley Gagnon, event coordinator for Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp; “We are thrilled to bring our Family Fun Day event to northwest Kansas.”Family Fun Day is an educational and entertaining event that Smoky Hills PBS puts on approximately 4 times a year across Central and Western Kansas.&nbsp; Smoky Hills PBS brings a special PBS character to visit and free books and educational gifts are distributed to those children in attendance.

Curious George and Smoky Hills PBS coming to Colby

WAKEENEY — The&nbsp;Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation's&nbsp;Bake Sale will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at the&nbsp;American Legion, 517 Russell Ave.

Locals will be providing a terrific selection of sweets and baked goods.&nbsp;

Pop in to support and get a sugar fix and you could even be a winner of one of the drawing prizes that have been donated for the event.

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 </figure>SubmittedWAKEENEY — The&nbsp;Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation's&nbsp;Bake Sale will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at the&nbsp;American Legion, 517 Russell Ave.Locals will be providing a terrific selection of sweets and baked goods.&nbsp;Pop in to support and get a sugar fix and you could even be a winner of one of the drawing prizes that have been donated for the event.

Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation schedules bake sale

Drive for Cancer golf tourney scheduled for June 10

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

With a goal of making it easier to develop properties in Hays, a number of revisions to the Unified Development Code (UDC) have been proposed by city staff.

A public hearing on the 26 proposed regulation changes will be conducted Monday evening by the Hays Area Planning Commission. The recommended updates have been presented to the Planning Commission the past few&nbsp; months by Curtis Deines, planning and development superintendent.&nbsp;

The changes include everything from maximum building heights and the minimum size of planned residential developments to&nbsp; minimum landscape surface requirements and changes in building signage for businesses.

City staff recommends approval of the proposed changes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If approved, the UDC update will go to the Hays city commission for its approval.&nbsp;

The public hearing will be held at 6:30 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main. The complete April 18 agenda is available <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04182022-1337">here</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays PostWith a goal of making it easier to develop properties in Hays, a number of revisions to the Unified Development Code (UDC) have been proposed by city staff.A public hearing on the 26 proposed regulation changes will be conducted Monday evening by the Hays Area Planning Commission. The recommended updates have been presented to the Planning Commission the past few&nbsp; months by Curtis Deines, planning and development superintendent.&nbsp;The changes include everything from maximum building heights and the minimum size of planned residential developments to&nbsp; minimum landscape surface requirements and changes in building signage for businesses.City staff recommends approval of the proposed changes.&nbsp;&nbsp;If approved, the UDC update will go to the Hays city commission for its approval.&nbsp;The public hearing will be held at 6:30 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main. The complete April 18 agenda is available <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04182022-1337">here</a>.&nbsp;

Proposed changes to Hays Unified Development Code face public hearing Monday

Thomas More Prep-Marian

Spring has sprung and golf is in the air. Join TMP-M for the fourth&nbsp;annual Fr. Earl Befort, O.F.M. Capuchin Golf Classic, which will be held Friday, June 3, at the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course.&nbsp;

The shotgun start is at 9 a.m. with lunch and refreshments provided.&nbsp; Register your four-person 
team, reserve golf carts, and/or purchase a $100 hole sponsor sign <a href="https://www.hayscatholicschools.org/page/fr-earl-befort-golf-classic">HERE</a> at by May 13.

<a href="https://www.hayscatholicschools.org/page/fr-earl-befort-golf-classic" target="_blank">Full schedule and entry forms are available here.</a>

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 Thomas More Prep-MarianSpring has sprung and golf is in the air. Join TMP-M for the fourth&nbsp;annual Fr. Earl Befort, O.F.M. Capuchin Golf Classic, which will be held Friday, June 3, at the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course.&nbsp; The shotgun start is at 9 a.m. with lunch and refreshments provided.&nbsp; Register your four-person 
team, reserve golf carts, and/or purchase a $100 hole sponsor sign <a href="https://www.hayscatholicschools.org/page/fr-earl-befort-golf-classic">HERE</a> at by May 13.<a href="https://www.hayscatholicschools.org/page/fr-earl-befort-golf-classic" target="_blank">Full schedule and entry forms are available here.</a>

Fr. Earl Befort Golf Classic scheduled for June

HaysMed is looking for input on health care services.&nbsp; 

The hospital invites the public to share feedback about health care in western Kansas. 

Share your opinion with us by April 18 when the survey closes at&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/haysmed-survey?fbclid=IwAR2SjNmXsytTETuGwllNqlnTtnYBi2HFm0620sjctk8en6DJ8pQDo3zH8yM" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/haysmed-survey</a>

HaysMedHaysMed is looking for input on health care services.&nbsp; The hospital invites the public to share feedback about health care in western Kansas. Share your opinion with us by April 18 when the survey closes at&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/haysmed-survey?fbclid=IwAR2SjNmXsytTETuGwllNqlnTtnYBi2HFm0620sjctk8en6DJ8pQDo3zH8yM" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/haysmed-survey</a>

HaysMed survey seeks input on health care in western Kansas

The 48th annual Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt will be at 9:00 a.m., Saturday at Fort Hays State University. The event is for kids 10 and under and involves searching for eggs filled with candy, coins and gift certificates.&nbsp;

"For decades, this has been a fun-filled, successful community event that happens every Easter weekend," said Kiwanis Club President Chuck White.&nbsp;

The Kiwanis Club gets help stuffing and hiding the thousands of eggs from volunteer organizations such as &nbsp;FHSU's Circle K club and the Thomas More Prep-Marian Builders Club and Key Club. All three clubs are Kiwanis International programs.

"We are stuffing about 6,000 eggs, so it takes a couple of hours to fill all of those the day before the hunt, and then the next morning, it takes the kiddos about two minutes to find those 6,000 eggs," White said.&nbsp;

The first egg hunt took place in 1974. While it still took just minutes for the kids to find all the eggs, there is one big difference today.

"We still have a few club members that were around back then that remember the eggs actually being hard-boiled eggs that they had to dye the day before in different colors," White said. "But along came the plastic eggs with the candy, which kids seem to enjoy."&nbsp;

The event starts at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday in the Quad area at FHSU. Different age groups from 0-2 up to 9-10 will be split into sections before the Easter egg hunt begins to ensure the search is as fair as possible. The Easter Bunny will also be on-site for photos.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe 48th annual Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt will be at 9:00 a.m., Saturday at Fort Hays State University. The event is for kids 10 and under and involves searching for eggs filled with candy, coins and gift certificates.&nbsp;"For decades, this has been a fun-filled, successful community event that happens every Easter weekend," said Kiwanis Club President Chuck White.&nbsp;The Kiwanis Club gets help stuffing and hiding the thousands of eggs from volunteer organizations such as &nbsp;FHSU's Circle K club and the Thomas More Prep-Marian Builders Club and Key Club. All three clubs are Kiwanis International programs."We are stuffing about 6,000 eggs, so it takes a couple of hours to fill all of those the day before the hunt, and then the next morning, it takes the kiddos about two minutes to find those 6,000 eggs," White said.&nbsp;The first egg hunt took place in 1974. While it still took just minutes for the kids to find all the eggs, there is one big difference today."We still have a few club members that were around back then that remember the eggs actually being hard-boiled eggs that they had to dye the day before in different colors," White said. "But along came the plastic eggs with the candy, which kids seem to enjoy."&nbsp;The event starts at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday in the Quad area at FHSU. Different age groups from 0-2 up to 9-10 will be split into sections before the Easter egg hunt begins to ensure the search is as fair as possible. The Easter Bunny will also be on-site for photos.

48th annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt set for Saturday

Domestic, sexual violence and faith workshop set for April 20

The Ellis County landfill will be closed on Saturday in observance of the Easter holiday.

The Ellis County landfill will be closed on Saturday in observance of the Easter holiday.Call 785.628.9460 with any questions.

Ellis Co. landfill will be closed Saturday

RUSSELL — Opening&nbsp;at the Deines Cultural Center on Friday is Prairie Connection-Paintings by Pat Underwood.

The Deines welcomes you to an exhibition of the Russell native's work. Underwood’s paintings demonstrate his love of nature, the landscape, and animals.

There will be a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. with musical accompaniment by Alex Underwood.

Prairie Connection is upstairs at the Deines until May 13.

The Deines is located at 820 N. Main in Russell. There is no charge for admission, and everyone is welcome.

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 </figure>SubmittedRUSSELL — Opening&nbsp;at the Deines Cultural Center on Friday is Prairie Connection-Paintings by Pat Underwood.The Deines welcomes you to an exhibition of the Russell native's work. Underwood’s paintings demonstrate his love of nature, the landscape, and animals.There will be a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. with musical accompaniment by Alex Underwood.Prairie Connection is upstairs at the Deines until May 13.The Deines is located at 820 N. Main in Russell. There is no charge for admission, and everyone is welcome.Call 785-483-3742 for information.

Russell native featured at new Deines Cultural Center exhibit

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Kiwanis Easter egg hunt set for Saturday

TREGO COUNTY — The decision has been made to implement a total fire ban at Cedar Bluff State Park.&nbsp;Trego County is also in a burn ban.

Cedar Bluff State Park officials made the announcement in a news release this morning on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CedarBluffStatePark">social media</a>.&nbsp;

The following is banned until further notice:&nbsp;

* No camp fires will be allowed. * No fire ring fires will be allowed (even if the fire ring is enclosed and an above ground type). * No propane fire rings will be allowed. * No grilling in fire rings will be allowed. * No charcoal grilling will be allowed.

Propane and pellet type grills will still be allowed.  Blackstone-type griddles will be allowed.  

Cedar Bluff State Park employees will continually monitor the fire conditions and will continue to act on the advice and guidance of KDWP, Trego County, and the Bureau of Reclamation. 

 Notice will be posted on Facebook when the fire ban is lifted.

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 </figure>News releaseTREGO COUNTY — The decision has been made to implement a total fire ban at Cedar Bluff State Park.&nbsp;Trego County is also in a burn ban.Cedar Bluff State Park officials made the announcement in a news release this morning on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CedarBluffStatePark">social media</a>.&nbsp;The following is banned until further notice:&nbsp;* No camp fires will be allowed. * No fire ring fires will be allowed (even if the fire ring is enclosed and an above ground type). * No propane fire rings will be allowed. * No grilling in fire rings will be allowed. * No charcoal grilling will be allowed. Propane and pellet type grills will still be allowed. Blackstone-type griddles will be allowed. Cedar Bluff State Park employees will continually monitor the fire conditions and will continue to act on the advice and guidance of KDWP, Trego County, and the Bureau of Reclamation. Notice will be posted on Facebook when the fire ban is lifted.

Total fire ban implemented at Cedar Bluff State Park 

The Hays Symphony will be presenting “Voyage to France”, a joint spring concert with the FHSU Choirs and Smoky Hill Chorale on at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at the FHSU Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center.

The concert features pivotal works by two Frenchmen:&nbsp;Gloria, by Francis Poulenc with soprano soloist,&nbsp;Dr. Ivalah Allen is conducted by Dr. Terry Crull, and&nbsp;Symphonie Fantastique, by Hector Berlioz, is conducted by Dr. Brian Buckstead.

Gloria&nbsp;was written four years before Poulenc’s death and was described by some as “bordering on the sacrilegious.” In response Poulenc is said to have replied,&nbsp;“While writing it I had in mind those Crozzoli frescoes with angels sticking out their tongues, and also some solemn-looking Benedictine monks that I saw playing football one day.”&nbsp; A music critic of his day described Poulenc’s personality as “something of a monk and something of the rascal.”&nbsp;The work is divided into six short movements and&nbsp;the text of the Gloria is in Latin from the Roman Catholic Mass. The&nbsp;Gloria&nbsp;for soprano soloist, chorus and orchestra enjoyed immediate acclaim and remains popular to this day,

Dr. Terry Crull, conducting&nbsp;Gloria, is Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Fort Hays State University. His duties include conducting Fort Hays Singers, Concert Choir, Women's Chorale, Men's Glee Club, and Smoky Hill Chorale.

Soprano&nbsp;Soloist, Dr. Ivalah Allen, FHSU Associate Professor of Voice,&nbsp;is a clinician, vocal and classroom instructor, conductor, and opera and music theatre director. Dr. Allen has performed as soloist on the opera, recital, symphonic, and oratorio stage throughout the Midwest.

Symphonie Fantastique&nbsp;is&nbsp;a five-movement portrait of romantic obsession, complete with a witches’ Sabbath, a guillotine and wild hallucinations. The work is thought to be an autobiographical expression of Berlioz’s unrequited love for theEnglish actress Harriet Smithson. A central figure of the Romantic Movement, Berlioz creates almost nightmarish sonorities that sweep the listener to experience deep emotions. The composition challenges the members of the orchestra by asking the musicians to play outside of their normal range.&nbsp;Berlioz’&nbsp;Symphonie Fantastique&nbsp;had its premiere at the Paris Conservatory on December 5, 1830, almost two-hundred years ago; yet remains a popular work programed often by American symphony orchestras.

Dr. Brian Buckstead is Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at Fort Hays State University, as well as director of the Hays Symphony. He enjoys a thriving career as a violinist, violist and conductor.&nbsp;Brian is passionate about the education of young musicians. In addition to adjudicating local and national music competitions, he co-developed Bring Back the Music, an initiative to bring string instrument education to two underprivileged public schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This free concert and the post-concert reception made possible by a generous donation from Auto World (Kay and Dick Werth).

All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s web site. Tickets may also be picked up in advance at the Hays Convention Visitors Bureau and the Downtown Hays Development Corporation, or at the symphony table in the lobby 30 minutes before the performance.

News releaseThe Hays Symphony will be presenting “Voyage to France”, a joint spring concert with the FHSU Choirs and Smoky Hill Chorale on at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at the FHSU Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center.The concert features pivotal works by two Frenchmen:&nbsp;Gloria, by Francis Poulenc with soprano soloist,&nbsp;Dr. Ivalah Allen is conducted by Dr. Terry Crull, and&nbsp;Symphonie Fantastique, by Hector Berlioz, is conducted by Dr. Brian Buckstead.Gloria&nbsp;was written four years before Poulenc’s death and was described by some as “bordering on the sacrilegious.” In response Poulenc is said to have replied,&nbsp;“While writing it I had in mind those Crozzoli frescoes with angels sticking out their tongues, and also some solemn-looking Benedictine monks that I saw playing football one day.”&nbsp; A music critic of his day described Poulenc’s personality as “something of a monk and something of the rascal.”&nbsp;The work is divided into six short movements and&nbsp;the text of the Gloria is in Latin from the Roman Catholic Mass. The&nbsp;Gloria&nbsp;for soprano soloist, chorus and orchestra enjoyed immediate acclaim and remains popular to this day,Dr. Terry Crull, conducting&nbsp;Gloria, is Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Fort Hays State University. His duties include conducting Fort Hays Singers, Concert Choir, Women's Chorale, Men's Glee Club, and Smoky Hill Chorale.Soprano&nbsp;Soloist, Dr. Ivalah Allen, FHSU Associate Professor of Voice,&nbsp;is a clinician, vocal and classroom instructor, conductor, and opera and music theatre director. Dr. Allen has performed as soloist on the opera, recital, symphonic, and oratorio stage throughout the Midwest.Symphonie Fantastique&nbsp;is&nbsp;a five-movement portrait of romantic obsession, complete with a witches’ Sabbath, a guillotine and wild hallucinations. The work is thought to be an autobiographical expression of Berlioz’s unrequited love for theEnglish actress Harriet Smithson. A central figure of the Romantic Movement, Berlioz creates almost nightmarish sonorities that sweep the listener to experience deep emotions. The composition challenges the members of the orchestra by asking the musicians to play outside of their normal range.&nbsp;Berlioz’&nbsp;Symphonie Fantastique&nbsp;had its premiere at the Paris Conservatory on December 5, 1830, almost two-hundred years ago; yet remains a popular work programed often by American symphony orchestras.Dr. Brian Buckstead is Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at Fort Hays State University, as well as director of the Hays Symphony. He enjoys a thriving career as a violinist, violist and conductor.&nbsp;Brian is passionate about the education of young musicians. In addition to adjudicating local and national music competitions, he co-developed Bring Back the Music, an initiative to bring string instrument education to two underprivileged public schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta.&nbsp;&nbsp;This free concert and the post-concert reception made possible by a generous donation from Auto World (Kay and Dick Werth).All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s web site. Tickets may also be picked up in advance at the Hays Convention Visitors Bureau and the Downtown Hays Development Corporation, or at the symphony table in the lobby 30 minutes before the performance.Cover image courtesy Pixabay

Hays Symphony to present 'Voyage to France' in joint concert

MANHATTAN — First District Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan., is hosting 41 town hall meetings in 41 counties across the First Congressional District in Kansas on April 11 to 14 and April 18 to 19.

Mann will be in several area Kansas counties Thursday.&nbsp;

News releaseMANHATTAN — First District Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan., is hosting 41 town hall meetings in 41 counties across the First Congressional District in Kansas on April 11 to 14 and April 18 to 19.Mann will be in several area Kansas counties Thursday.&nbsp;<figure>
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GREAT BEND - Barton Community College will be closed on Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18 for Easter break. Barton's Center for Adult Education and the Shafer Art Gallery will also be closed. 

The college's regular class schedule and office hours will resume Tuesday, April 19.

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 </figure>BCCGREAT BEND - Barton Community College will be closed on Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18 for Easter break. Barton's Center for Adult Education and the Shafer Art Gallery will also be closed. The college's regular class schedule and office hours will resume Tuesday, April 19.

Barton Community College to close for Easter break 

UPDATE 9 a.m. Tuesday: Due to illness, the unclaimed property search in Hays will be rescheduled at a date to be determined.&nbsp;

TOPEKA — Kansas State Treasurer Lynn Rogers will host an unclaimed property search in Hays on Tuesday. Residents are invited to meet the treasurer to search for unclaimed property and ask questions about the work of the State Treasurer’s Office.

Who: State Treasurer Lynn Rogers&nbsp; What: Unclaimed Property Search When: Tuesday, Apr. 12, 2022, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Dillons, 1902 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601

Returning unclaimed property is a free service provided by the State Treasurer’s Office. Any website requesting credit card information or offering to find property for a fee is&nbsp;not&nbsp;the official website of the State Treasurer.

Kansans can search for unclaimed property anytime by visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansascash.ks.gov/" target="_blank">www.kansascash.ks.gov</a>.

UPDATE 9 a.m. Tuesday: Due to illness, the unclaimed property search in Hays will be rescheduled at a date to be determined.&nbsp;News releaseTOPEKA — Kansas State Treasurer Lynn Rogers will host an unclaimed property search in Hays on Tuesday. Residents are invited to meet the treasurer to search for unclaimed property and ask questions about the work of the State Treasurer’s Office.Who: State Treasurer Lynn Rogers&nbsp; What: Unclaimed Property Search When: Tuesday, Apr. 12, 2022, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Dillons, 1902 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601Returning unclaimed property is a free service provided by the State Treasurer’s Office. Any website requesting credit card information or offering to find property for a fee is&nbsp;not&nbsp;the official website of the State Treasurer.Kansans can search for unclaimed property anytime by visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansascash.ks.gov/" target="_blank">www.kansascash.ks.gov</a>.

Unclaimed property search in Hays to be rescheduled

The Hays Baseball Club has announced its inaugural golf tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 13, at Smoky Hill Country Club.

The event will start with registration at 8 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Hole and hole prize sponsorships are still available by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hbcbaseballhs@gmail.com?subject=Golf%20Tournament">hbcbaseballhs@gmail.com</a>.

Players can register for the golf tournament <a href="https://www.nex-tech.com/haysbaseball.aspx">HERE</a>.

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 </figure>The Hays Baseball Club has announced its inaugural golf tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 13, at Smoky Hill Country Club.The event will start with registration at 8 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Hole and hole prize sponsorships are still available by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hbcbaseballhs@gmail.com?subject=Golf%20Tournament">hbcbaseballhs@gmail.com</a>.Players can register for the golf tournament <a href="https://www.nex-tech.com/haysbaseball.aspx">HERE</a>.

Hays Baseball Club golf tourney scheduled

TOPEKA — The Attorney General’s Office has rescheduled two free document destruction events for Hays and Hutchinson, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said last week.

The events were previously scheduled during National Consumer Protection Week, the first week of March, but were postponed because of inclement weather. The events are held annually as part of a statewide program that encourages Kansans to safely dispose of personal documents as an important step toward preventing identity theft.

The schedule of events for Hays and Hutchinson is as follows:

Friday, April 29 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sternberg Museum, 3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays

4 – 6 p.m. Hutchinson Kansas State Fairgrounds, Gate 3, W. 23rd&nbsp;and N. Main

Consumers are asked to limit their documents for destruction to three small bags or boxes. Documents will be securely transported to the shredding facility for safe destruction by a certified shredding company.

For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.inyourcornerkansas.org/">www.InYourCornerKansas.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-432-2310.&nbsp;

Office of the Attorney GeneralTOPEKA — The Attorney General’s Office has rescheduled two free document destruction events for Hays and Hutchinson, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said last week.The events were previously scheduled during National Consumer Protection Week, the first week of March, but were postponed because of inclement weather. The events are held annually as part of a statewide program that encourages Kansans to safely dispose of personal documents as an important step toward preventing identity theft.The schedule of events for Hays and Hutchinson is as follows:Friday, April 29 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sternberg Museum, 3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays4 – 6 p.m. Hutchinson Kansas State Fairgrounds, Gate 3, W. 23rd&nbsp;and N. MainConsumers are asked to limit their documents for destruction to three small bags or boxes. Documents will be securely transported to the shredding facility for safe destruction by a certified shredding company.For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.inyourcornerkansas.org/">www.InYourCornerKansas.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-432-2310.&nbsp;Cover image courtesy Pixabay

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