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Med-Dazzling: GBHS students earn recognition for medical innovation
More than 12,000 students aspiring for careers in healthcare from around the world converged in Houston, Texas on June 26-29 for the HOSA Future Health Professionals International Leadership Conference. Six Great Bend High School students qualified for the international competition, and five students attended. Seniors Eliana Teri and Cailyn Murphy placed eighth out of 88 teams competing in the medical innovation category. Sophomore Cara Murphy was also part of the team but could not attend the international conference.
1st Annual Kids Expo on Saturday, August 10th
The Lawrence Schools Foundation is pleased to announce the 1st Annual Kids Expo on Saturday, August 10th from 9:00am – 1:00 pm. We have created an opportunity to invite local businesses and organizations to help us support and celebrate our Lawrence Public School students and families within our community. The event will include free screenings, educational opportunities, free shoes, haircuts and back to school supplies as well as prize drawings and free giveaways, food, entertainment and more!
Fort Hays Tech | North Central welders shine at SkillsUSA National Competition
Recently Fort Hays Tech | North Central students from our Beloit welding program represented Kansas and Fort Hays Tech | North Central in stellar fashion, bringing home the BRONZE medal from the national welding competition at SkillsUSA in Atlanta!. Aiden Wiens from Wichita, KS; Trystan Stambaugh from Lindsborg, KS; and...
Cornerstone Automotive to host Eagle Media’s Trax to the Max July 26
Cornerstone Automotive will host Eagle Media’s Trax to the Max event on July 26. The event will feature live broadcasting from the Cornerstone shop by Eagle Radio. This event is scheduled to span from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be held on-site at Cornerstone Automotive, located at 4713 8th Street in Great Bend, behind Up n’ Rollin Skating. The grand prize winner for the brand new 2024 Cayenne Orange Chevy Trax will be revealed to the public on Friday, Aug. 9.
Falling into a quite pattern this week with seasonable temperatures
Tonight’s temperature will fall to the lower 60s with light winds from the northeast, becoming calm overnight. A gradual decrease in our clouds, leading to a drier day for Monday. There may be a few more isolated showers late Monday. Temperatures will be in the middle 80s by tomorrow...
Lawrence school board to consider approving teacher raises, handbook that bans cell phone usage
Lawrence teachers could receive raises and several staff members stipend increases this fall, based on the tentative contract up for the school board’s approval Monday. Lawrence Education Association, the district’s teachers union, came to an agreement with the district during a negotiations meeting on June 25. The tentative contract for 2024-25 increases the base annual salary by $1,400 for teachers.
Phosphorus helps boost soybean defense
Kansas State University researchers are continuing to build a defense against one of the most debilitating fungal diseases affecting soybean production, recently reporting a breakthrough on the value of increasing phosphorus levels for managing disease. Kansas State University plant pathologist Rodrigo Onofre and agronomist Eric Adee have spent several years...
Barton Co. currently unable to process motor vehicle transactions
At this time, the State of Kansas is not able to process any motor vehicle transactions. Included in the outage is the Barton County Treasurer’s Office. However, the Treasurer’s Office is open for business and can process other work, including tax payments. As a reminder, the Treasurer is now located in Suite 107, on the first floor, of the Courthouse.
Salina KU Chemistry Student Honored
A student from Salina is among recipients of spring and summer 2024 awards and scholarships from the Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas. Chase Courbot is among the winners of the Emily V. Berger Award. According to KU, more than 80 of the department’s top students were recognized...
Radiant Beauty Awaits at Skin Glow KC
Skin Glow KC was established nearly six months ago right here in Gardner, Kansas. Offering a range of services tailored to address skin and scalp concerns. It is a haven for beauty and wellness, designed for tranquility and relaxation, founded by dedicated and licensed skincare specialist Arsh Prett. Publisher received...
Walk-In Enrollment, Back to School Fair Tuesday
Walk-in enrollment at Salina Public Schools is scheduled for this week, along with the Saline County Back to School Fair. While online enrollment has been going on for a couple of weeks, those who would prefer to enroll in person can do so on Tuesday. Walk-in enrollment will be located at Central High School, 650 E. Crawford. The event will take place on Tuesday, July 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
3 children, 1 adult hospitalized after crash near Derby
DERBY, Kan. (KWCH) - Several people were injured in a serious crash near Derby Sunday morning. Three cars were involved in the crash around 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of E 55th and S. Rock in Derby. According to Sgt. Joseph Slaughter with the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, witnesses said...
KTJ Earns First Silver Crown Triumph
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Believe it or not, Kevin Thomas Jr. had never won a USAC Silver Crown Series race before Saturday night. After five runner-up finishes in the series during his career, Thomas finally went to victory lane Saturday night at Salt City Speedway. Thomas’ quest for his initial...
41 DAYS TO 2024 KICKOFF: Austin Moore
NOTE: Kansas State has elected to advance players’ classification even though the 2020 season did not affect eligibility. Those who wish to take advantage of this extra year will be listed as a (“super”) senior again after their original eligibility would have been exhausted. #41 Austin Moore.
Grace Health Day scheduled for Sept. 28
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grace Health Day will provide free medical services to the community on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1221 East 33rd on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no pre-requisites. Transportation will be provided to and from George Pyle Park every hour. All are welcome!
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