GREAT BEND — February is national Career Technical Education month, and Barton will be hosting a Virtual Career Technical Education fair all month to showcase Barton’s career programs.

All middle and high school students are invited to participate. Students can explore career programs by viewing videos, doing activities, escaping virtual escape rooms and completing a survey to win a Barton swag pack.

The fair can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://careerfair.bartonccc.edu/">careerfair.bartonccc.edu</a>.&nbsp;

Program instructors across the institution have worked to provide content for the virtual fair, which features 28 career and academic programs. Coordinator of Community Education Karly Little said the fair is a great way for students to get exposure to a lot of different possible career paths at once.&nbsp; “The Virtual Career Fair is about giving students a glimpse into career options they’re excited about and options they don’t yet know exist,” she said.&nbsp; “If we can get a student excited about a career program that’s a good fit for them, we’re achieving our mission.”

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 </figure>Barton Community CollegeGREAT BEND — February is national Career Technical Education month, and Barton will be hosting a Virtual Career Technical Education fair all month to showcase Barton’s career programs.All middle and high school students are invited to participate. Students can explore career programs by viewing videos, doing activities, escaping virtual escape rooms and completing a survey to win a Barton swag pack.The fair can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://careerfair.bartonccc.edu/">careerfair.bartonccc.edu</a>.&nbsp;Program instructors across the institution have worked to provide content for the virtual fair, which features 28 career and academic programs. Coordinator of Community Education Karly Little said the fair is a great way for students to get exposure to a lot of different possible career paths at once.&nbsp; “The Virtual Career Fair is about giving students a glimpse into career options they’re excited about and options they don’t yet know exist,” she said.&nbsp; “If we can get a student excited about a career program that’s a good fit for them, we’re achieving our mission.”

Barton CC hosts Virtual Career Technical Education Fair

Click <a href="http://bit.ly/HYPheadshots">HERE</a> to register.

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Hays Young Professionals headshot session is next week

ELLIS — USD 388 will hold a special board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Ellis High School FACS 
Room.&nbsp; The board will be discussing a potential USD 388 bond election.

A representative of Alloy Architecture will be in attendance to update the board and answer questions about the work of the bond committee.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The board agenda can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd388/Board.nsf/Public">HERE</a>. Once in BoardDocs, 
you will see the Wednesday, February 9, 2022, special board meeting 
listed under meetings.&nbsp;

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 </figure>ELLIS — USD 388 will hold a special board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Ellis High School FACS 
Room.&nbsp; The board will be discussing a potential USD 388 bond election.A representative of Alloy Architecture will be in attendance to update the board and answer questions about the work of the bond committee.&nbsp; &nbsp;The board agenda can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd388/Board.nsf/Public">HERE</a>. Once in BoardDocs, 
you will see the Wednesday, February 9, 2022, special board meeting 
listed under meetings.&nbsp;

Bond issue the topic of special school board meeting in Ellis

BUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature state Sen. Rick Billinger, R-Goodland; state Rep. Troy Waymaster, R-Bunker Hill; and state Rep. Steven Howe, R- Salina, 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.  During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions. "The Kansas Legislature" is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio of Hays. 

Streaming is available for each episode on the <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel.</a> A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at www.SmokyHillsPBS.org.

"The Kansas Legislature" is made possible in part by ITC Great Plains.

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 </figure>SHPTVBUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature state Sen. Rick Billinger, R-Goodland; state Rep. Troy Waymaster, R-Bunker Hill; and state Rep. Steven Howe, R- Salina, 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. During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions. "The Kansas Legislature" is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio of Hays. Streaming is available for each episode on the <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel.</a> A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at www.SmokyHillsPBS.org. "The Kansas Legislature" is made possible in part by ITC Great Plains.

'The Kansas Legislature' kicks off Friday on Smoky Hills PBS

COLBY — Colby Community College announced the names of students who earned degrees and certificates during the 2021 fall semester. The lists are released after transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements. Names are published alphabetically by home location as indicated by the student.

Atchison:&nbsp;Georgia Appel.&nbsp;Conesville, Ohio:&nbsp;Leslie Mercer.&nbsp;Guide Rock, Neb.:&nbsp;Ashley McCleary.&nbsp;Lyndon:&nbsp;Julie Heslop.&nbsp;Salina:&nbsp;Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Topeka:&nbsp;Elyssia Young.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Korin Bogle, Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

Bennington:&nbsp;Breanna Campbell.&nbsp;Burlington, Colo.:&nbsp;Kayla Robles.&nbsp;Colby:&nbsp;Halutie Hor, Layla Moradkhanian.&nbsp;Commerce City, Colo.:&nbsp;Jonathon Vance.&nbsp;Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Selden:&nbsp;Karrington Schaben.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:&nbsp;Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Oakley:&nbsp;Jaysie Schoenfeld.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Certificates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fort Smith, Ark.:&nbsp;Madeline Chaney.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Lawrence:&nbsp;Alyssa Harlow.&nbsp;Lee's Summit, Mo.:&nbsp;Brenna Zuniga.&nbsp;Midlothian, Ill.:&nbsp;Kendall Wright.&nbsp;Osborne:&nbsp;Sarah Seifert.&nbsp;Salina:Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

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 </figure>CCCCOLBY — Colby Community College announced the names of students who earned degrees and certificates during the 2021 fall semester. The lists are released after transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements. Names are published alphabetically by home location as indicated by the student.<h2>Associate of Applied Science</h2>Atchison:&nbsp;Georgia Appel.&nbsp;Conesville, Ohio:&nbsp;Leslie Mercer.&nbsp;Guide Rock, Neb.:&nbsp;Ashley McCleary.&nbsp;Lyndon:&nbsp;Julie Heslop.&nbsp;Salina:&nbsp;Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Topeka:&nbsp;Elyssia Young.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Korin Bogle, Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.<h2>Associate of Arts</h2>Bennington:&nbsp;Breanna Campbell.&nbsp;Burlington, Colo.:&nbsp;Kayla Robles.&nbsp;Colby:&nbsp;Halutie Hor, Layla Moradkhanian.&nbsp;Commerce City, Colo.:&nbsp;Jonathon Vance.&nbsp;Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Selden:&nbsp;Karrington Schaben.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Associate of Science</h2>Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:&nbsp;Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Oakley:&nbsp;Jaysie Schoenfeld.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Certificates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>Fort Smith, Ark.:&nbsp;Madeline Chaney.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Lawrence:&nbsp;Alyssa Harlow.&nbsp;Lee's Summit, Mo.:&nbsp;Brenna Zuniga.&nbsp;Midlothian, Ill.:&nbsp;Kendall Wright.&nbsp;Osborne:&nbsp;Sarah Seifert.&nbsp;Salina:Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

Colby Community College announces fall 2021 graduates

TOPEKA -&nbsp;Washburn University has announced its fall 2021 Dean's List honorees. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled in 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 3.4 to 3.99.

More than 850 students qualified for the Dean's List.&nbsp;

Washburn University is pleased to announce its President's List honorees for the fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the President's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 4.0.

Almost 750 students qualified for the President's List.

About Washburn- Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with nearly 7 thousand students and a thousand faculty and staff involved in more than 200 academic programs.&nbsp;

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 </figure>WUTOPEKA -&nbsp;Washburn University has announced its fall 2021 Dean's List honorees. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled in 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 3.4 to 3.99.Dean's List honorees include:MecKenzie Stiawalt of HaysMore than 850 students qualified for the Dean's List.&nbsp;Washburn University is pleased to announce its President's List honorees for the fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the President's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 4.0.Kade Urban of Hays&nbsp;Almost 750 students qualified for the President's List.About Washburn- Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with nearly 7 thousand students and a thousand faculty and staff involved in more than 200 academic programs.&nbsp;

Hays students earn top grades at Washburn University

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

February brings lots of Fort Hays State University basketball to Hays along with many Valentine's Day-related activities.

Janet Kuhn, Convention and Visitors Bureau convention sales manager, highlights some of this month's community events.

For an up-to-the-minute check of community events, check the CVB website www.visithays.com.&nbsp;

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🎥 CVB: Hays happenings during February 

BUNKER HILL – Another live production from Smoky Hills PBS, "The Kansas Legislature," will kick off at 7 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Streaming will also be available via <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">YouTube.</a>

The show airs during the legislative session, which gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; For each show, legislators from the Smoky Hills PBS viewing area are invited to participate in the live call-in program, and viewers are encouraged to call in with their legislative questions.

“ 'The Kansas Legislature' is one of the longest-running series on Smoky Hills PBS,” said Les Kinderknecht, Senior Producer/Director of Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We are excited to be able to bring it back once again for our viewers and our legislators.”

Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2022 season of "The Kansas Legislature."&nbsp; She will be joined by two or three legislators during each show.

To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;to find the 2022 season schedule.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHPTVBUNKER HILL – Another live production from Smoky Hills PBS, "The Kansas Legislature," will kick off at 7 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Streaming will also be available via <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">YouTube.</a>The show airs during the legislative session, which gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; For each show, legislators from the Smoky Hills PBS viewing area are invited to participate in the live call-in program, and viewers are encouraged to call in with their legislative questions.“ 'The Kansas Legislature' is one of the longest-running series on Smoky Hills PBS,” said Les Kinderknecht, Senior Producer/Director of Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We are excited to be able to bring it back once again for our viewers and our legislators.”Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2022 season of "The Kansas Legislature."&nbsp; She will be joined by two or three legislators during each show.To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;to find the 2022 season schedule.&nbsp;

Eagle's Kiser will moderate new season of 'The Kansas Legislature'

The Hays Symphony will be presenting a Winter Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, in the Fort Hays State University Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at FHSU.

The concert features Sergei Prokofiev’s&nbsp;Symphony No. 1, Igor Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite, and conductor Brian Buckstead as violin soloist on Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Recomposed.

The Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, also known as the "Classical" was Sergei Prokofiev's first numbered symphony.&nbsp; Prokofiev composed this work as a modern reinterpretation of the classical style of Franz Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The symphony follows the standard four-movement format but is much shorter in length than the symphonies of the classical period.

Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite&nbsp;was written for Les Ballet Russes and began a new compositional trend for the composer. The Suite is a shortened version of the ballet with the instrumental passages replacing the singing roles. Stravinsky believed that “Pulcinella&nbsp;was my discovery of the past, the epiphany through which the whole of my late work became possible.”&nbsp; In&nbsp;Pulcinella, Stravinsky weaves the charm of the classical style with the harmonic and rhythmic energy of twentieth century compositional techniques.

Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Reimagined&nbsp;will feature Dr. Brian Buckstead as the violin soloist. The musical themes of the original Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi are familiar to the general public through popular culture. Excerpts can be heard on the soundtrack of The&nbsp;Simpsons,&nbsp;the Secret Life’s of Pets, Disney’s&nbsp;Fantasia&nbsp;andMuzak. Max Richter says, “it's everywhere. For me, in this project I’m trying to reclaim the piece, to fall in love with it again." Richter takes Vivaldi’s opening theme and creates a loop to engage the listener into the current musical trend of dance music and bring classical sentiments into the 21st&nbsp;century.

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;Buckstead 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.

The post-concert reception is sponsored by a generous donation from the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau.

All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website (<a href="http://hayssymphony.org/">hayssymphony.org</a>). 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.

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 </figure>The Hays Symphony will be presenting a Winter Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, in the Fort Hays State University Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at FHSU.The concert features Sergei Prokofiev’s&nbsp;Symphony No. 1, Igor Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite, and conductor Brian Buckstead as violin soloist on Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Recomposed.The Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, also known as the "Classical" was Sergei Prokofiev's first numbered symphony.&nbsp; Prokofiev composed this work as a modern reinterpretation of the classical style of Franz Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The symphony follows the standard four-movement format but is much shorter in length than the symphonies of the classical period.Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite&nbsp;was written for Les Ballet Russes and began a new compositional trend for the composer. The Suite is a shortened version of the ballet with the instrumental passages replacing the singing roles. Stravinsky believed that “Pulcinella&nbsp;was my discovery of the past, the epiphany through which the whole of my late work became possible.”&nbsp; In&nbsp;Pulcinella, Stravinsky weaves the charm of the classical style with the harmonic and rhythmic energy of twentieth century compositional techniques.Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Reimagined&nbsp;will feature Dr. Brian Buckstead as the violin soloist. The musical themes of the original Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi are familiar to the general public through popular culture. Excerpts can be heard on the soundtrack of The&nbsp;Simpsons,&nbsp;the Secret Life’s of Pets, Disney’s&nbsp;Fantasia&nbsp;andMuzak. Max Richter says, “it's everywhere. For me, in this project I’m trying to reclaim the piece, to fall in love with it again." Richter takes Vivaldi’s opening theme and creates a loop to engage the listener into the current musical trend of dance music and bring classical sentiments into the 21st&nbsp;century.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;Buckstead 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.The post-concert reception is sponsored by a generous donation from the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau.All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website (<a href="http://hayssymphony.org/">hayssymphony.org</a>). 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.

Hays Symphony's winter concert set for next month

The annual Thomas More Prep-Marian Pop Singers Dinner Show is back and better than ever.

Join us in the Dreiling Theater at TMP-Marian on:

Saturday, February 5: $20 per ticket. Enjoy a fabulous meal before the show; meal service begins at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Sunday, February 6: $10 per ticket. Enjoy a delicious and diverse dessert bar beginning at 1:30 p.m. with the show to follow at 2:30 p.m.

<a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/o/tmpm/page/pop-singers-dinner-show">Click here to purchase your tickets today!</a>

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 </figure>TMP-MThe annual Thomas More Prep-Marian Pop Singers Dinner Show is back and better than ever.Join us in the Dreiling Theater at TMP-Marian on:Saturday, February 5: $20 per ticket. Enjoy a fabulous meal before the show; meal service begins at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.Sunday, February 6: $10 per ticket. Enjoy a delicious and diverse dessert bar beginning at 1:30 p.m. with the show to follow at 2:30 p.m.<a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/o/tmpm/page/pop-singers-dinner-show">Click here to purchase your tickets today!</a>

TMP-M Pop Singers dinner show set for next month

U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D., will hold a public town hall at 8 a.m. Feb. 5 at the&nbsp;Hays Public Library. The public is invited to attend the town hall to learn about federal legislative issues and ask questions of the senator.&nbsp;

“I look forward to the opportunity to speak with Kansans and learn more about the issues and concerns impacting their lives,”&nbsp;Marshall said.&nbsp;“I value the opportunity to hear directly from folks in Ellis County so that I can take their stories and concerns with me when I return to Washington, D.C.”

Marshall's visit is part of the Hays Chamber's Legislative Coffee series.

Office of Sen. Roger MarshallU.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D., will hold a public town hall at 8 a.m. Feb. 5 at the&nbsp;Hays Public Library. The public is invited to attend the town hall to learn about federal legislative issues and ask questions of the senator.&nbsp;“I look forward to the opportunity to speak with Kansans and learn more about the issues and concerns impacting their lives,”&nbsp;Marshall said.&nbsp;“I value the opportunity to hear directly from folks in Ellis County so that I can take their stories and concerns with me when I return to Washington, D.C.”Marshall's visit is part of the Hays Chamber's Legislative Coffee series.

Marshall will take part in Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

RUSSELL — The City of Russell recently implemented a new mass notification system for members of the community to easily subscribe to various alerts to receive important information and updates. 

• Billing Notices – subscribers to this alert will receive a reminder for monthly utility bills. • Closings &amp; Cancellations – subscribers will be notified of city facility and service closures. • Emergency Alerts – subscribers will be notified of various emergencies impacting the local community. • Public Notices – subscribers will receive community information such as notices of altered trash routes, planned street closures, or other services/events that may impact the community. • Utility Outage Notice – subscribers will be altered to important information relating to water and electric utilities.

Subscribing to these alerts is fast and easy, follow the steps below to subscribe:

1. On a web browser, type in <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.russellcity.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0KM0T8rhynYRmA-a_SBcchpqzdcANPgDxWBT9PyBaWZZt6RZ3EsyuNr7w&amp;h=AT0Umu4G8pZXUjV5qR9MzQuaW6fBwaF8dnawKwhNJl17hY5TOrISXOJMoYPUTKZqUXyZUfM4LC_zgAsyNQXhX-vt6Coi-MDKfLrUAIEYsvWK80lv7QpUKwNhlJgso_9i&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3EaL6TNzvmpKa6dBByYAr1LJpl2kbWlDujtFRpMp-UwdGlte-bSEdrojSaiIaFapA2d4GASjTJ7DeqxFoP2ghxRHd1rl4VaUGN-7fVaVDzrNHr2sTkoJNGGPuIUU8FAyUKeV1gdtt5EvU3dftNqBAHbbBOksNxiGk9XRrwaf6yAQ" target="_blank">www.russellcity.org</a> On the home page, click on the Notify Me icon.

2. Type your email address in the box and select Sign in.3. If you would like to receive text messages enter your phone number and select Save.

4. To subscribe or unsubscribe Click   and/or    next to the lists to which you wish to subscribe/unsubscribe.

Remember to set your spam blocker to allow mail from listserv@civicplus.com to receive email notifications.

For assistance and questions, call the City Clerk’s office at (785) 483-6311.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Press ReleaseRUSSELL — The City of Russell recently implemented a new mass notification system for members of the community to easily subscribe to various alerts to receive important information and updates. Types of notices include:• Billing Notices – subscribers to this alert will receive a reminder for monthly utility bills. • Closings &amp; Cancellations – subscribers will be notified of city facility and service closures. • Emergency Alerts – subscribers will be notified of various emergencies impacting the local community. • Public Notices – subscribers will receive community information such as notices of altered trash routes, planned street closures, or other services/events that may impact the community. • Utility Outage Notice – subscribers will be altered to important information relating to water and electric utilities. Subscribing to these alerts is fast and easy, follow the steps below to subscribe:1. On a web browser, type in <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.russellcity.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0KM0T8rhynYRmA-a_SBcchpqzdcANPgDxWBT9PyBaWZZt6RZ3EsyuNr7w&amp;h=AT0Umu4G8pZXUjV5qR9MzQuaW6fBwaF8dnawKwhNJl17hY5TOrISXOJMoYPUTKZqUXyZUfM4LC_zgAsyNQXhX-vt6Coi-MDKfLrUAIEYsvWK80lv7QpUKwNhlJgso_9i&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3EaL6TNzvmpKa6dBByYAr1LJpl2kbWlDujtFRpMp-UwdGlte-bSEdrojSaiIaFapA2d4GASjTJ7DeqxFoP2ghxRHd1rl4VaUGN-7fVaVDzrNHr2sTkoJNGGPuIUU8FAyUKeV1gdtt5EvU3dftNqBAHbbBOksNxiGk9XRrwaf6yAQ" target="_blank">www.russellcity.org</a> On the home page, click on the Notify Me icon.2. Type your email address in the box and select Sign in.3. If you would like to receive text messages enter your phone number and select Save.4. To subscribe or unsubscribe Click and/or next to the lists to which you wish to subscribe/unsubscribe.Remember to set your spam blocker to allow mail from listserv@civicplus.com to receive email notifications.For assistance and questions, call the City Clerk’s office at (785) 483-6311.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Russell rolls out mass notification system

The Hays Eagles Baseball organization has announced its merger with the Hays Baseball Club, effective Feb. 1.

The merger will combine the best of the area's youth baseball talent (ages 8u -14u) with the best of its high school talent (ages 15 to 19). 

There are currently 10 teams associated with the Hays Baseball Club. After increasing interest in the past two years, the Hays Eagles last year expanded to three teams —&nbsp;two junior clubs (ages 15 to 17) and a senior team (ages 17 to 19). 

The Hays Eagles will have player evaluations next month to prepare for the upcoming season and determine the number of teams for 2022. 

Evaluations will be Feb. 26 at Premier Indoor Training (PIT). Freshman and sophomores are expected to try out at 1 p.m., and juniors and seniors are expected to try out at 3 p.m.

The Hays Eagles will continue to operate as an independent board under the umbrella of the Hays Baseball Club and will make all decisions regarding coaching and scheduling. All currently scheduled fundraising activities for both organizations will continue as planned, including the popular Cash Bash promotion and a new golf tournament scheduled for May.

The move follows the Eagles' departure from their longtime affiliation with the American Legion baseball program.

For more information, email <a href="mailto:hayseaglespres@gmail.com">hayseaglespres@gmail.com</a>.

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 </figure>News releaseThe Hays Eagles Baseball organization has announced its merger with the Hays Baseball Club, effective Feb. 1.The merger will combine the best of the area's youth baseball talent (ages 8u -14u) with the best of its high school talent (ages 15 to 19). There are currently 10 teams associated with the Hays Baseball Club. After increasing interest in the past two years, the Hays Eagles last year expanded to three teams —&nbsp;two junior clubs (ages 15 to 17) and a senior team (ages 17 to 19). The Hays Eagles will have player evaluations next month to prepare for the upcoming season and determine the number of teams for 2022. Evaluations will be Feb. 26 at Premier Indoor Training (PIT). Freshman and sophomores are expected to try out at 1 p.m., and juniors and seniors are expected to try out at 3 p.m.The Hays Eagles will continue to operate as an independent board under the umbrella of the Hays Baseball Club and will make all decisions regarding coaching and scheduling. All currently scheduled fundraising activities for both organizations will continue as planned, including the popular Cash Bash promotion and a new golf tournament scheduled for May.The move follows the Eagles' departure from their longtime affiliation with the American Legion baseball program.For more information, email <a href="mailto:hayseaglespres@gmail.com">hayseaglespres@gmail.com</a>.

Hays Eagles Baseball joins with Hays Baseball Club; player evaluations scheduled

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

Celebration Community Church will host the Night to Shine Hays Shine Thru Parade from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Saturday in downtown Hays.

Due to COVID concerns, instead of the traditional dance, participants will load up in cars and join a parade down Main Street.

Residents are encouraged to line main and cheer on the participants as they pass in their decorated vehicles.

Night to Shine is an event that is centered on God’s love for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 14 and older. More than 100 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from northwest Kansas will be honored at this year’s Night to Shine Hays event.

"Our team is really excited to be hosting this event in downtown Hays for the second year in a row," said Brent Kaiser, local organizer. "Being in downtown Hays adds a unique and fun aspect to this wonderful event.

"We really hope to see lots of people lining the sidewalks and cheering on Main Street. Last year, our honored guests were so excited to see everyone cheering for them as they the cruised up and down Main."

This year, Night to Shine will celebrate its eighth anniversary as thousands from around the world will come together to honor those with disabilities.

Though this year will look a little different, nothing can keep faith, hope and love from shining as bright as ever, a news release said.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post Celebration Community Church will host the Night to Shine Hays Shine Thru Parade from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Saturday in downtown Hays.Due to COVID concerns, instead of the traditional dance, participants will load up in cars and join a parade down Main Street.Residents are encouraged to line main and cheer on the participants as they pass in their decorated vehicles. Night to Shine is an event that is centered on God’s love for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 14 and older. More than 100 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from northwest Kansas will be honored at this year’s Night to Shine Hays event."Our team is really excited to be hosting this event in downtown Hays for the second year in a row," said Brent Kaiser, local organizer. "Being in downtown Hays adds a unique and fun aspect to this wonderful event. "We really hope to see lots of people lining the sidewalks and cheering on Main Street. Last year, our honored guests were so excited to see everyone cheering for them as they the cruised up and down Main." This year, Night to Shine will celebrate its eighth anniversary as thousands from around the world will come together to honor those with disabilities.Though this year will look a little different, nothing can keep faith, hope and love from shining as bright as ever, a news release said.

Hays Night to Shine drive-through parade set for Saturday on Main

Pippa&nbsp;White was to perform for the general public on&nbsp;Sunday, February 6, at the Quinter H.S. Auditorium and then do 2 school programs on&nbsp;Monday, February 7, for students there.

This&nbsp;Western Plains Arts Association program&nbsp;is&nbsp;POSTPONED to&nbsp;Sunday, March 20, 3&nbsp;p.m. for the public performance in Quinter and&nbsp;Monday, March 21, for the student presentations.&nbsp; All performances will be held in the Quinter High School Auditorium.

Details of the rescheduled program will be announced closer to the postponed date.

The next WPAA program, New Odyssey Guy, is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20, at the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium.

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 </figure>SubmittedPippa&nbsp;White was to perform for the general public on&nbsp;Sunday, February 6, at the Quinter H.S. Auditorium and then do 2 school programs on&nbsp;Monday, February 7, for students there.This&nbsp;Western Plains Arts Association program&nbsp;is&nbsp;POSTPONED to&nbsp;Sunday, March 20, 3&nbsp;p.m. for the public performance in Quinter and&nbsp;Monday, March 21, for the student presentations.&nbsp; All performances will be held in the Quinter High School Auditorium.Details of the rescheduled program will be announced closer to the postponed date.The next WPAA program, New Odyssey Guy, is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20, at the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium.

WPAA performance in Quinter postponed to March

Hays USD 489 and Thomas More Prep-Marian are among many area schools canceling classes as adverse weather conditions head to northwest Kansas.

Click <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5e6fc163afae0f4d5f5d2e4f">HERE</a> for the latest cancellations and delays.

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No school for Hays USD 489, TMP schools

Camdyn Darrah is a 13-year-old Hays girl who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma.

 Styles Dance Center is putting on a benefit concert at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, at Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center with all proceeds to go to Camdyn and her family. Admission will be a freewill donation. 

Doors will open at 5 p.m. The event will include special guests from DSNWK.

There will also be a raffle/auction, again with all proceeds going to Camdyn's family.&nbsp; 

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/936acd61-abef-43a5-bfb2-2d697541f5db">RELATED STORY: Dance family rallies around Hays girl fighting cancer</a>

SubmittedCamdyn Darrah is a 13-year-old Hays girl who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma. Styles Dance Center is putting on a benefit concert at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, at Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center with all proceeds to go to Camdyn and her family. Admission will be a freewill donation. Doors will open at 5 p.m. The event will include special guests from DSNWK. There will also be a raffle/auction, again with all proceeds going to Camdyn's family.&nbsp; <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/936acd61-abef-43a5-bfb2-2d697541f5db">RELATED STORY: Dance family rallies around Hays girl fighting cancer</a> <figure>
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Dance fundraiser to help Hays girl fighting cancer

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SNOW DAY!!! Latest school cancellations

VICTORIA — Heartland Community Foundation invites the public to a&nbsp;Strategic Doing&nbsp;event for the redevelopment of the St. John's Rest Home building, from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Victoria VFW, 204 E. Main. 

This meeting is for community members interested in being involved in the redevelopment of the St. John's Rest Home building, and for those interested in creating something new for Victoria and Ellis County. 

The forum will be facilitated by the Heartland Community Foundation and Betty Johnson, a consultant with the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Refreshments will be provided.

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 </figure>VICTORIA — Heartland Community Foundation invites the public to a&nbsp;Strategic Doing&nbsp;event for the redevelopment of the St. John's Rest Home building, from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Victoria VFW, 204 E. Main. This meeting is for community members interested in being involved in the redevelopment of the St. John's Rest Home building, and for those interested in creating something new for Victoria and Ellis County. The forum will be facilitated by the Heartland Community Foundation and Betty Johnson, a consultant with the Dane G. Hansen Foundation. Refreshments will be provided.— Submitted

Wednesday Strategic Doing event will focus on Victoria rest home

BUNKER HILL — "Doctors on Call," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature Dr. Brandon Weidenhaft with Big Creek Vet Service in Hays.&nbsp; This episode will air at 7 p.m. Tuesday&nbsp;and will focus on pet health.

"Doctors on Call" is a program that provides medical information on a variety of different topics. Medical professionals from throughout the state travel to Bunker Hill to provide information and answer questions from the viewing audience. The doctors selected each week have expertise in the topic chosen for that program. Questions can be called in during the show or emailed prior to the broadcast.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The program airs live on Smoky Hills PBS at 7 p.m. Tuesdays.&nbsp; You can also stream each episode live on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>

A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>.&nbsp;

To submit questions electronically on a specific topic, viewers can send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:doctors@shptv.org">doctors@shptv.org</a>. Questions submitted through email must be received by noon on the day of the show. During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHPTVBUNKER HILL — "Doctors on Call," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature Dr. Brandon Weidenhaft with Big Creek Vet Service in Hays.&nbsp; This episode will air at 7 p.m. Tuesday&nbsp;and will focus on pet health."Doctors on Call" is a program that provides medical information on a variety of different topics. Medical professionals from throughout the state travel to Bunker Hill to provide information and answer questions from the viewing audience. The doctors selected each week have expertise in the topic chosen for that program. Questions can be called in during the show or emailed prior to the broadcast.&nbsp;&nbsp;The program airs live on Smoky Hills PBS at 7 p.m. Tuesdays.&nbsp; You can also stream each episode live on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>.&nbsp;To submit questions electronically on a specific topic, viewers can send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:doctors@shptv.org">doctors@shptv.org</a>. Questions submitted through email must be received by noon on the day of the show. During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788.&nbsp;

Tuesday's 'Doctors on Call' features Big Creek Vet Service

OLATHE - MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) recently announced its President's, Dean's List and Honor Rolls for the fall 2021 semester. A total of 351 students qualified for one of the honors.&nbsp;

All students in traditional programs carrying 12 semester hours or more with a term GPA from 3.2 to 4.0 may qualify for one of these academic honors. Neutral credit hours are excluded from the calculation and reduce the course load used to figure the honor. 

The President's List is a 4.0 grade point average for the semester; Dean's List ranges from 3.5 to 3.99; and the Honor Roll is 3.2 to 3.49.&nbsp;

MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private, Christian, liberal arts university of approximately 2,000 students in Olathe. 

More information may be found at <a href="https://www.mnu.edu/">www.mnu.edu</a>.

Following are MNU students named to the President's List, Dean's List and Honor Roll.&nbsp;

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, HONOR Goodland, KS Annika Linin, President's List &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>MNUOLATHE - MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) recently announced its President's, Dean's List and Honor Rolls for the fall 2021 semester. A total of 351 students qualified for one of the honors.&nbsp;All students in traditional programs carrying 12 semester hours or more with a term GPA from 3.2 to 4.0 may qualify for one of these academic honors. Neutral credit hours are excluded from the calculation and reduce the course load used to figure the honor. The President's List is a 4.0 grade point average for the semester; Dean's List ranges from 3.5 to 3.99; and the Honor Roll is 3.2 to 3.49.&nbsp;MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private, Christian, liberal arts university of approximately 2,000 students in Olathe. More information may be found at <a href="https://www.mnu.edu/">www.mnu.edu</a>.Following are MNU students named to the President's List, Dean's List and Honor Roll.&nbsp;HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, HONOR Goodland, KS Annika Linin, President's List &nbsp;&nbsp;

Goodland native named to MNU President's Honor Roll

By STACIE MINSON KSU Watershed Specialist

It is time for the annual KSU Watersheds and city of Hays water poster contest. The 2022 theme is “Make Every Drop Count.”

 Daycares, pre-schools, USD 489, Holy Family Elementary, TMP Marian and home-schooled students grades pre-school through 12th, students at Fort Hays State University and NCK Tech, and adults in the city of Hays are eligible to participate.&nbsp;

The “Make Every Drop Count” posters can focus on water conservation or stormwater/water quality messages. Posters could show how to reduce water usage indoors, outdoors, and/or at home and work. Also, posters might share how to reduce sediment, nutrients, and E.coli bacteria, household chemicals, etc. that are harmful to water sources. Both water conservation and stormwater/water quality can be highlighted on the same poster.&nbsp;

Posters must be horizontal, designed on 12 x 18-inch white poster paper with the title “Make Every Drop Count” included. Posters can be designed with pencil, paints, pens, crayons, or markers. In addition, the posters can be three-dimensional or computer-generated. Name, age, and teacher need to be included on the back of the poster.&nbsp;

Poster paper is available for pick up at the Public Works Department, 1002 Vine Street, during regular business hours.&nbsp;

Prize money will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age division.

Winning posters will be displayed at Tri Central Office Supply during the month of May and at the Ellis County Fair.&nbsp;

Posters are due by Friday, March 11, 2022, at school offices, city hall (1507 Main), or the Public Works Department.

To learn more about water conservation and stormwater/water quality for poster ideas, visit <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/160/Water-Conservation">www.watersmarthays.com</a> or <a href="https://www.kcare.k-state.edu/wrip/wraps/big-creek-and-middle-smoky-hill-watersheds/">KCARE Big Creek and Middle Smoky Hill Watersheds</a>.&nbsp;

For questions, call Stacie Minson, KSU watershed specialist,
785-769-3297 or Holly Dickman, city of Hays water conservation specialist,
785-628-7350

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 </figure>By STACIE MINSON KSU Watershed SpecialistIt is time for the annual KSU Watersheds and city of Hays water poster contest. The 2022 theme is “Make Every Drop Count.” Daycares, pre-schools, USD 489, Holy Family Elementary, TMP Marian and home-schooled students grades pre-school through 12th, students at Fort Hays State University and NCK Tech, and adults in the city of Hays are eligible to participate.&nbsp;The “Make Every Drop Count” posters can focus on water conservation or stormwater/water quality messages. Posters could show how to reduce water usage indoors, outdoors, and/or at home and work. Also, posters might share how to reduce sediment, nutrients, and E.coli bacteria, household chemicals, etc. that are harmful to water sources. Both water conservation and stormwater/water quality can be highlighted on the same poster.&nbsp;Posters must be horizontal, designed on 12 x 18-inch white poster paper with the title “Make Every Drop Count” included. Posters can be designed with pencil, paints, pens, crayons, or markers. In addition, the posters can be three-dimensional or computer-generated. Name, age, and teacher need to be included on the back of the poster.&nbsp;Poster paper is available for pick up at the Public Works Department, 1002 Vine Street, during regular business hours.&nbsp;Prize money will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age division.<figure>
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 </figure>Winning posters will be displayed at Tri Central Office Supply during the month of May and at the Ellis County Fair.&nbsp;Posters are due by Friday, March 11, 2022, at school offices, city hall (1507 Main), or the Public Works Department.To learn more about water conservation and stormwater/water quality for poster ideas, visit <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/160/Water-Conservation">www.watersmarthays.com</a> or <a href="https://www.kcare.k-state.edu/wrip/wraps/big-creek-and-middle-smoky-hill-watersheds/">KCARE Big Creek and Middle Smoky Hill Watersheds</a>.&nbsp;For questions, call Stacie Minson, KSU watershed specialist,
785-769-3297 or Holly Dickman, city of Hays water conservation specialist,
785-628-7350

Annual water poster contest theme is 'Make Every Drop Count'

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Kansas Wheat Rx program to be offered Feb. 9 in Hays

The Red Cross Blood Donation Center in Hays will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 24. It's typically closed on Mondays. 

People can visit&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule.

The Red Cross Blood Donation Center in Hays will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 24. It's typically closed on Mondays. People can visit&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule.

Hays blood donation center will be open Monday

“Human Nature," the MFA Thesis Exhibition in Ceramics by Kathy Robb, will be opening on January 24th and will run through February 23rd. There will be a reception on February 4th from 6-8pm. Gallery Hours are from 9-4pm M-F.&nbsp;

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