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Three-day weather outlook

A cowboy strolls into town on his horse Fireball and goes straight to the saloon. He drinks straight whiskey for a few hours, never moving except to take another drink. When he’s done he gets up and walks out of the saloon. He immediately runs back in and yells, “Alright! Who took Fireball?” But nobody makes a noise. He continues, “Okay, I’m gonna give y’all to the count of three then we’re gonna have a repeat of what happened back in ’71.” “ONE!” He pauses and nobody moves a muscle. “TWO!” Everybody braces for impending doom. “Here it comes… THR…” He is interrupted by a man in the saloon, “Wait! It was just a joke mister. Your horse is right out back… By the way, what’d you do in ’71?” The cowboy looks him dead in the eye and says, “I had to walk home.”

A cowboy strolls into town on his horse Fireball and goes straight to the saloon. He drinks straight whiskey for a few hours, never moving except to take another drink. When he’s done he gets up and walks out of the saloon. He immediately runs back in and yells, “Alright! Who took Fireball?” But nobody makes a noise. He continues, “Okay, I’m gonna give y’all to the count of three then we’re gonna have a repeat of what happened back in ’71.” “ONE!” He pauses and nobody moves a muscle. “TWO!” Everybody braces for impending doom. “Here it comes… THR…” He is interrupted by a man in the saloon, “Wait! It was just a joke mister. Your horse is right out back… By the way, what’d you do in ’71?” The cowboy looks him dead in the eye and says, “I had to walk home.”

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/20/24

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Special thanks to <a href="https://www.visithays.com/183/Events">The Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau</a> and<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/"> Fort Hays State University</a> for their contributions to the community calendar.

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Cover photo courtesy PixabaySpecial thanks to <a href="https://www.visithays.com/183/Events">The Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau</a> and<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/"> Fort Hays State University</a> for their contributions to the community calendar.

Community Calendar

A foreman had ten very lazy men working for him. One day he decided to trick them into doing some work for a change."I've got a really easy job today for the laziest one among you," he announced. "Will the laziest man please put his hand up."Nine hands went up."Why didn't you put your hand up?" he asked the tenth man."Too much trouble," came the reply.&nbsp;

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/19/24

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The Optimist Club of Hays presents its annual live Christmas tree sale. Starts on Nov. 29, black Friday weekend 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Then, weekdays starting Monday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 8 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Until trees sold out, find us in the Walmart parking lot in Hays, 4301 Vine.

Since 1965 the Optimist Club of Hays has been supporting the Ellis County youth programs. 

Your purchase directly benefits these projects. 

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Optimist Club of Hays' annual Christmas tree sale begins Nov. 29

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Orange. Orange who? Orange you going to let me in?

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Orange. Orange who? Orange you going to let me in?

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/18/24

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Veterans Day is a time for us to pay respect to all who have served our country.&nbsp;

Eagle Radio, Hays Post and these sponsors have created a place where our community can honor those who have served and are still serving.&nbsp;

Submit a photo of your military loved one above.

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📷 HONOR OUR VETERANS: 2024 Veterans photo gallery

Start the advent/holiday season on a glorious note with the FHSU choirs: Fort Hays Singers, Concert Choir, and Smoky Hill Chorale at the annual Cathedral Christmas Concert in Victoria.

Hays HS Chamber Singers and the St. Fidelis Church choir are the guest choirs. Also appearing: Tom Meagher, organ; FHSU Horn Ensemble; FHSU Flute Ensemble; several FHSU Music Faculty will perform, plus other members of the Music &amp; Theatre Dept.

This concert is free and open to the public.

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Cathedral Christmas Concert set for Dec. 8

Kansas State University is continuing community visits across the state and invites residents of Ellis County for a special afternoon focused on water education and conservation.

The “Know Your Water” event will take place on November 18, starting at 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Research Center in Hays. Organizers say that participants will have the chance to learn about water systems, efficient irrigation techniques, and non-point source pollution.

“We want our residents to see these demonstrations first-hand and to hear about science-based water management strategies. K-State will use this visit to help everyone dive deeper into the important topic of water,” said Stacie Minson, an extension watershed specialist with K-State Research and Extension.

This community visit will feature experts from the university and Extension who will lead the hands-on showcases and demonstrations. Participants will also have a tour of Pleasant View Farms, where water quality improvements have been put into action.

The continuation of K-State’s community visits shows the university’s commitment to prioritizing engagement and driving partnerships that address real-world challenges — whether through educational outreach, innovative research or service programs that benefit the people and industries of Kansas.

Community visit events are free and open to all Kansans, including community members, leaders and industry partners. Those interested can go to bit.ly/KWY-visit to register.

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K-State comes to Ellis Co. for community visit about water

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THE SUCCESSES OF TOMORROW BEGIN TODAY, CATHOLIC EDUCATION IS A LIFETIME ADVANTAGE.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS….SCHOOLS YOU CAN BELIEVE IN!!!

Submitted<h2>HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY NEWS</h2>THE SUCCESSES OF TOMORROW BEGIN TODAY, CATHOLIC EDUCATION IS A LIFETIME ADVANTAGE.CATHOLIC SCHOOLS….SCHOOLS YOU CAN BELIEVE IN!!!Monday<ol>
 <li>The Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter &amp; Paul, Apostles.&nbsp;</li><li>Memorial of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne.&nbsp;</li><li>This week is our Fall Canned Food Drive for the Community Assistance Center of Hays. Students, we encourage you to bring a small sack of canned goods to your teachers this week to support those in need in our community!&nbsp;</li><li>4th Gr. will have ITBS Testing today.&nbsp;</li><li>3rd &amp; 4th Gr. Taco Shop Lunch for Cajetan Cash in IHM Upper Room at 11:30 &amp; 11:40 a.m.</li>
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 <li>4th Gr. will have ITBS Testing today.</li>
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 <li>Sr. Rose Marie will visit 4th grade this afternoon.&nbsp;</li><li>Joyful Noise for 5th grade at 2:30 p.m.&nbsp;</li><li>Foundations Team Mtg. at 3:40 p.m. in Lounge.</li>
 </ol>Thursday<ol>
 <li>Memorial of The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.</li><li>There is no school mass this morning –- next week we will be back upstairs at IHM in the church space for school mass again!&nbsp;</li><li>Catholic School Principal Appreciation Day! We thank Mrs. Meagher and Mr. Flax for all of their leadership and the support they give to the teachers, staff &amp; students of HFE! They jump in to help whoever is in need -– they work long hours preparing for meetings and inservices, they give tough love when needed, make hard decisions, and they truly love each and every student in this building! Give them a wave when you see them today!&nbsp;</li><li>Sr. Rose Marie will visit 5th grade this afternoon.&nbsp;</li><li>Catholic Schools Week planning meeting at 3:40 p.m in Lounge.</li>
 </ol>Friday<ol>
 <li>Memorial of St. Cecilia, Martyr.&nbsp;</li><li>2nd &amp; 3rd grade will go to Hays Arts Council’s presentation of “School Daze” at Beach Schmidt at 9:30 a.m.&nbsp;</li><li>5th Grade will have their Taco Shop Lunch for Cajetan Cash in the IHM Upper Room at 11:50.&nbsp;</li><li>K &amp; 1st grade will go to Hays Arts Council’s presentation of “Elephant &amp; Piggie: We’re in a Play” at Beach Schmidt at 12:45 p.m.</li>
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Holy Family Elementary weekly update

Editor's note: There was an issue with the raffle link. This has been corrected.

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Feeding Hays program started as a small free meal program that provided about 10 meals once a week. It now feeds 250 to 300 people each Thursday night.

The program is wholly funded through monetary or in-kind donations.

With the significant increase in people fed, the program needs donations on a weekly basis, Ben Houchen, Feeding Hays director, said.

“We have a pretty regular stream of in-kind donations, but even with that, moving from the number of meals we were serving even a year ago at about 120 meals getting up to the point where we’re doing 250 to 300 meals means week to week we need donations every week to cover that. We don’t have a reserve of food or money to cover anything.”

The program cooks 125 pounds of spaghetti and 15 pounds of hamburger each night it serves meals.

“Because we want it to be a really solid, genuinely healthy, hearty meal, it does cost money,” Houchen said.

Feeding Hays provides a drive-through meal from 6:30 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at the St. Michael's Episcopal Church.

Free-will donations are accepted but not required. Participants don't need to show proof of income or make a reservation to receive a meal.

The free-will donations go to pay off lunch debt at the Hays USD 489 school district. The program hopes to donate $5,000 this year.

The meal is usually spaghetti with meat sauce, carrots with ranch dressing, bread and a cookie. However, outside groups have offered meals, including hamburgers, chicken and noodles, and loaded baked potatoes.

"The demographics are not what a lot of people would expect," Houchen said. "We do have a lot of people who are on that poverty line or below, but there are also a lot of older folks who want to be able to contribute to the efforts that we're doing."

"We have a lot of single moms or working parents who have done all they want to be able to do for the week, so they get a good meal on Thursday," Houchen said. "We've also seen a large growth recently in veterans ...

"A couple of weeks ago, I talked to a vet who was there that said this is the first time in about a month that he's had a hot meal and the first time in well over a month he's just had someone to stop and talk to him."

Feeding Hays volunteers are trying to secure the program its own nonprofit status so it can apply for more grants.&nbsp;

Program volunteers would like to add one to two more nights of meals to the program within the next six months to a year.

The program is fundraising so it can provide more variety in the meals it offers.

The program is selling raffle tickets between now and Nov. 29. The winners will be selected on Nov. 30. Prizes include a staycation package from Avid Hotels, a Fort Hays State University sports fan package, and a HALO griddle. <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/6802c783-1db9-48e8-af26-ac5234aff8bb?fbclid=IwY2xjawGkz5RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZ87ELcJhn94HdgVfZx7AosN59pElAeKEnwV7eQRw_HkQSAgMN-04Yl9GQ_aem_7MjbXC7p5jEls6LYENT_aw">CLICK HERE</a> for more information on the raffle.

The program accepts donations of spaghetti, sauce and hamburger. See the image below. It also accepts cleaning items such as paper towels, Swiffer&nbsp;Wet Pads, Clorox Cleaning Wipes and Dawn Powerwash dish soap.

The church, 2900 Canal Blvd., has a drop box for these items.

“We do have some people who make cash donations, and we’re looking to expand that so we can ensure sustainability for the future, expand our menu and grow some of the things that we’re doing,” Houchen said.

Businesses or organizations can also adopt an entire evening of meals to provide food and volunteers.

“We’ve had a lot of really great involvement with the community,” Houchen said. “Moving from that 10 a night to that 250 a night has taken huge community involvement.”

Groups including Rotary, Optimists and Women Who Lead have supported the program. McIntyre Plumbing, Heating &amp; Air, T-Mobile and Aaron Heating Air are a few of the businesses that have been supporters.&nbsp;

Houchen said the program is looking for consistent volunteers who can train to lead meals.

He said volunteers can go to the program's Facebook page or St. Michael’s website and contact Houchen directly.

You can follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2047485065448690">Feeding Hays on Facebook</a> or find more information under the<a href="https://www.stmichaelshays.org/feeding-hays"> Feeding Hays tab on the St. Michael’s Episcopal Church website</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure><div><iframe title="Donations needed for Feeding Hays as meal count surges" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=2e96n-173b474-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>Editor's note: There was an issue with the raffle link. This has been corrected.By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Feeding Hays program started as a small free meal program that provided about 10 meals once a week. It now feeds 250 to 300 people each Thursday night.The program is wholly funded through monetary or in-kind donations.With the significant increase in people fed, the program needs donations on a weekly basis, Ben Houchen, Feeding Hays director, said.“We have a pretty regular stream of in-kind donations, but even with that, moving from the number of meals we were serving even a year ago at about 120 meals getting up to the point where we’re doing 250 to 300 meals means week to week we need donations every week to cover that. We don’t have a reserve of food or money to cover anything.”The program cooks 125 pounds of spaghetti and 15 pounds of hamburger each night it serves meals.“Because we want it to be a really solid, genuinely healthy, hearty meal, it does cost money,” Houchen said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731450424592.jpeg" alt="Courtesy photo" />
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 </figure>Feeding Hays provides a drive-through meal from 6:30 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at the St. Michael's Episcopal Church.Free-will donations are accepted but not required. Participants don't need to show proof of income or make a reservation to receive a meal.The free-will donations go to pay off lunch debt at the Hays USD 489 school district. The program hopes to donate $5,000 this year.The meal is usually spaghetti with meat sauce, carrots with ranch dressing, bread and a cookie. However, outside groups have offered meals, including hamburgers, chicken and noodles, and loaded baked potatoes.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731450456904.jpeg" alt="Courtesy photo" />
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 </figure>"The demographics are not what a lot of people would expect," Houchen said. "We do have a lot of people who are on that poverty line or below, but there are also a lot of older folks who want to be able to contribute to the efforts that we're doing.""We have a lot of single moms or working parents who have done all they want to be able to do for the week, so they get a good meal on Thursday," Houchen said. "We've also seen a large growth recently in veterans ..."A couple of weeks ago, I talked to a vet who was there that said this is the first time in about a month that he's had a hot meal and the first time in well over a month he's just had someone to stop and talk to him."Feeding Hays volunteers are trying to secure the program its own nonprofit status so it can apply for more grants.&nbsp;Program volunteers would like to add one to two more nights of meals to the program within the next six months to a year.<figure>
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 </figure>The program is fundraising so it can provide more variety in the meals it offers.The program is selling raffle tickets between now and Nov. 29. The winners will be selected on Nov. 30. Prizes include a staycation package from Avid Hotels, a Fort Hays State University sports fan package, and a HALO griddle. <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/6802c783-1db9-48e8-af26-ac5234aff8bb?fbclid=IwY2xjawGkz5RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZ87ELcJhn94HdgVfZx7AosN59pElAeKEnwV7eQRw_HkQSAgMN-04Yl9GQ_aem_7MjbXC7p5jEls6LYENT_aw">CLICK HERE</a> for more information on the raffle.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731514474912.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>The program accepts donations of spaghetti, sauce and hamburger. See the image below. It also accepts cleaning items such as paper towels, Swiffer&nbsp;Wet Pads, Clorox Cleaning Wipes and Dawn Powerwash dish soap.<figure>
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 </figure>The church, 2900 Canal Blvd., has a drop box for these items.“We do have some people who make cash donations, and we’re looking to expand that so we can ensure sustainability for the future, expand our menu and grow some of the things that we’re doing,” Houchen said.Businesses or organizations can also adopt an entire evening of meals to provide food and volunteers.“We’ve had a lot of really great involvement with the community,” Houchen said. “Moving from that 10 a night to that 250 a night has taken huge community involvement.”Groups including Rotary, Optimists and Women Who Lead have supported the program. McIntyre Plumbing, Heating &amp; Air, T-Mobile and Aaron Heating Air are a few of the businesses that have been supporters.&nbsp;Houchen said the program is looking for consistent volunteers who can train to lead meals.He said volunteers can go to the program's Facebook page or St. Michael’s website and contact Houchen directly.You can follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2047485065448690">Feeding Hays on Facebook</a> or find more information under the<a href="https://www.stmichaelshays.org/feeding-hays"> Feeding Hays tab on the St. Michael’s Episcopal Church website</a>.

🎙 UPDATE: Donations needed for Feeding Hays as meal count surges

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We are giving away the Chicken Soup for the Soul book, "Miracles, Angels &amp; Messages from Heaven."

Listen to 99.5 FM, KHAZ, during A KZ Country Morning with Theresa Trapp Monday, November 18 - 22, 2024 for chances to win a copy. No age restrictions.



This collection of 101 true, awe-inspiring stories will renew your faith, reignite your sense of wonder, and remind you that, indeed, there is more to this world than meets the eye.Each of the 101 true stories in this entertaining, inspiring book is a testament to the miraculous moments that grace our lives, inviting us to believe in the extraordinary and find solace in the unbelievable. As you immerse yourself in these captivating narratives, you'll witness the transformative power of divine intervention, the comforting presence of angels, and the subtle yet powerful messages that connect us to the realm beyond.Whether you've personally experienced the inexplicable or are simply drawn to the mysteries that lie beyond our understanding, this book is a must read. Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and reassured that, even in the midst of life's challenges, there are miracles, angels, and messages from heaven guiding our journey.Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA.





Winners will need to pick up the books at the KHAZ Studio, 2300 Hall, Hays, KS. Someone is available to assist with prize pickup Mondays - Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm.

We are giving away the Chicken Soup for the Soul book, "Miracles, Angels &amp; Messages from Heaven."Listen to 99.5 FM, KHAZ, during A KZ Country Morning with Theresa Trapp Monday, November 18 - 22, 2024 for chances to win a copy. No age restrictions.

This collection of 101 true, awe-inspiring stories will renew your faith, reignite your sense of wonder, and remind you that, indeed, there is more to this world than meets the eye.Each of the 101 true stories in this entertaining, inspiring book is a testament to the miraculous moments that grace our lives, inviting us to believe in the extraordinary and find solace in the unbelievable. As you immerse yourself in these captivating narratives, you'll witness the transformative power of divine intervention, the comforting presence of angels, and the subtle yet powerful messages that connect us to the realm beyond.Whether you've personally experienced the inexplicable or are simply drawn to the mysteries that lie beyond our understanding, this book is a must read. Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and reassured that, even in the midst of life's challenges, there are miracles, angels, and messages from heaven guiding our journey.Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA.



Winners will need to pick up the books at the KHAZ Studio, 2300 Hall, Hays, KS. Someone is available to assist with prize pickup Mondays - Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm.Congrats Terry, Alexia &amp; Marla! https://eagleradio.net/contest-rules

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What do cows do for entertainment? They go to the moooo-vies.

What do cows do for entertainment? They go to the moooo-vies.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/15/24

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A man walked into a sandwich shop and said, "I'd like to buy a ham sandwich with pickles." The shop owner replied, "Sir, we only take cash and credit cards for payment."

A man walked into a sandwich shop and said, "I'd like to buy a ham sandwich with pickles." The shop owner replied, "Sir, we only take cash and credit cards for payment."

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/14/24

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Why did the man tiptoe past the medicine cabinet? He didn’t want to wake up the sleeping pills.

Why did the man tiptoe past the medicine cabinet? He didn’t want to wake up the sleeping pills.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 11/13/24

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United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce that country music legend, CLINT BLACK will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, February 8th with his 35th Anniversary of Killin’ Time tour. Doors will open at 6:30 PM on February 8th and Clint Black will take the stage at 7:30 PM.

Country icon Clint Black, one of the truest traditionalists in music over the last three decades, will celebrate the 35th anniversary of his debut album, Killin’ Time, on tour in 2024. A true triple threat singer/guitarist/songwriter, Black has sold more than twenty million records, written and recorded twenty-two #1 singles, and has been awarded nearly two dozen gold and platinum awards, a GRAMMY, and numerous CMA, ACM, and American Music Awards. He’s a member of the Grand Ole Opry and has been honored with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Nashville Walk of Fame. His musical style encompasses traditional country, honky-tonk, and Western swing. From the beginning, Black’s biggest influences were Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and especially Merle Haggard, to whom his smooth baritone voice was initially compared. One-fourth of country music’s storied Class of 1989, Clint Black's meteoric rise began with Killin’ Time, which produced five consecutive number-one singles on the Billboard Hot Country charts. His break-out success put Black on a fast track to super-stardom.

Eventually, Black’s wide-spread appeal and his own creative curiosity led him into the world of acting where he earned roles in dozens of TV shows and feature films including Maverick, Anger Management, The Larry Sanders Show, and many others. The fifth season of his own talk show, Talking in Circles is currently airing on Circle TV and was awarded “Best Talk Show” in Cynopsis Media’s Best of the Best and Rising Star Awards. This year Clint received the Poet’s Award at the ACM Honors, an award given to the most remarkable and enduring talents in country music songwriting. Now, Black revisits the album that started it all, Killin’ Time, with a special world tour that kicked off with three sold-out dates at the renowned Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, and continues through 2025.

Tickets for Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary of Killin Time will go on sale Friday, October 25th at 10:00 AM CST. Tickets can be purchased at the United Wireless Arena box office or online through Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices are $45, $55, or $69 for reserved seating depending on location, plus applicable fees and taxes. United Wireless Arena is an exclusive Ticketmaster facility and cannot guarantee tickets purchased as resale or through a third-party vendor. Doors will open one hour before showtime. Handicapped accessible seating must be arranged directly through the United Wireless Arena Ticket Office. United Wireless Arena has a clear bag policy in place. Please check our website for more details

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Clint Black’s 35th anniversary tour includes Dodge City in 2025

A woman tells her priest, “Father, I have a problem. My two female parrots only say, ‘Hi, cutie. Wanna have some fun?'” “Don’t worry,” says the priest. “I have two male parrots who only pray and read the Bible. We’ll put them in the same cage. Your parrots are sure to stop saying that phrase.” The next day, the woman takes her parrots to the priest’s home. The male parrots are inside their cage holding rosary beads and praying. When the woman places the female parrots in the cage, they both cry out, “Hi, cutie. Wanna have some fun?” One male parrot says to the other male parrot, “Put the beads away, Frank. Our prayers have been answered!”

A woman tells her priest, “Father, I have a problem. My two female parrots only say, ‘Hi, cutie. Wanna have some fun?'” “Don’t worry,” says the priest. “I have two male parrots who only pray and read the Bible. We’ll put them in the same cage. Your parrots are sure to stop saying that phrase.” The next day, the woman takes her parrots to the priest’s home. The male parrots are inside their cage holding rosary beads and praying. When the woman places the female parrots in the cage, they both cry out, “Hi, cutie. Wanna have some fun?” One male parrot says to the other male parrot, “Put the beads away, Frank. Our prayers have been answered!”

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