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Clay County Hospital Foundation nears fundraising goal for $3.8 Million project
Clay Center, KS – The Clay County Hospital Foundation (CCHF) is pleased to announce that it is just over $53,000 away from achieving its fundraising goal in support of the planned $3.8 million expansion at Clay County Medical Center (CCMC). This ambitious project includes the construction of a 6,765 square-foot addition, featuring a new mental health clinic and expansion of Clay Center Family Physicians.
Speaking Truth: Is It Too Late for America?
Clay Center, Kansas – When the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, our forefathers built their hopes of the nation’s survival on some important principles. John Witherspoon, one of the Declaration signers wrote, “Nothing is more certain than that a…corruption of manners make a people ripe for destruction.” This is the principle of a civil society. Witherspoon and other founders repeated this ideal believing if America did not upkeep its civility, it would become its greatest downfall.
Quinn honored as Second Team Academic All-American by CSC
SEWARD, Neb. – Following one of the greatest seasons ever enjoyed by a Concordia Bulldog baseball player, Jaidan Quinn has landed another award. On Tuesday (July 2), the NAIA First Team All-American was honored by College Sports Communicators (CSC) as a 2024 NAIA Second Team Academic All-American®. In early June, Quinn had been honored as Academic All-District along with teammates Blake Benson, Brad Hallock and Ty Nekoliczak. There have been eight Academic All-America awards claimed by the Concordia Baseball program during Head Coach Ryan Dupic’s tenure.
Clay County Hospital Foundation close to achieving fundraising goal for medical center expansion
CLAY COUNTY, Kan. (WIBW) - Clay County Hospital Foundation is close to achieving its fundraising goal for the expansion of the Clay County Medical Center. According to Clay County Medical Center officials, they are just over $53,000 away from achieving their fundraising goal in support of the planned $3.8 million expansion of Clay County Medical Center (CCMC). This project includes the construction of a 6,765-square-foot addition, featuring a new mental health clinic and expansion of Clay Center Family Physicians.
NCK 94.9 to Provide Patriotic Soundtrack for Independence Day Celebrations
White Communications and NCK 94.9 will provide the soundtrack to area Fourth of July celebrations this week. NCK 94.9 will broadcast a 30-minute program of patriotic music at 10 pm on Wednesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 4th. The program will provide a perfect musical backdrop for the Concordia City Fireworks show at the Cloud County Fairgrounds in Concordia on July 3rd, while the patriotic program will also be played July 4th for the enjoyment of local residents celebrating with privately-purchased fireworks.
Linda M. Harding
Linda M. Harding, 84, of Lindsborg, KS and formerly of Abilene, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, surrounded by family at Bethany Home, Lindsborg. Linda was born on November 25, 1939, in Lindsborg, KS, the daughter of Carl Martin “Haggie” and Emily Mercedes (Train) Hagstrand. She graduated from Lindsborg Rural High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Bethany College. She later received her master’s degree from Kansas State University. Linda started her elementary teaching career in Colby, KS. She taught kindergarten for 24 years at Rural Center Elementary School near Abilene, KS before retiring in 1999.
Water Watch Notice: Beginning July 5, 2024, Until Further Notice
The water level in all city well fields is at concerningly low levels. Although the precipitation for this year has been better than in years past, it still falls short of ending the drought. Without some decent rain in the next couple of weeks, the city will move to a water watch status to help maintain the integrity of our public water supply. The water table in all but two of the city wells is below the 25-year average. The lack of precipitation has increased water usage and impacted the city’s reserve capacity.
Clay County Hospital Foundation Nears Fundraising Goal for $3.8 Million Project
The Clay County Hospital Foundation (CCHF) is pleased to announce that it is just over $53,000 away from achieving its fundraising goal in support of the planned $3.8 million expansion at Clay County Medical Center (CCMC). This ambitious project includes the construction of a 6,765 square-foot addition, featuring a new mental health clinic and expansion of Clay Center Family Physicians.
Sole Reason deals out card playing fundraiser
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Sole Reason has a fun way to support their efforts to get shoes on the feet of kids in need. Organization founder Jerry Hudgins visited Eye on NE Kansas to share information about their card party. Jerry said it will be a fun night of Dubs...
Milly J. Schrader
Milly’s life began on August 6, 1929, in Abilene, KS. She was the daughter of Clinton Willet and Cora Leona (Comer) Emig. Milly was a 1947 graduate of Abilene High School and taught in a one-room schoolhouse in her early years. She worked as Administrative Assistant of Student Services at University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita. After retirement, she worked at JoAnn Fabrics in Wichita and later at the Board of Regents in Topeka. Milly was an avid reader, logging thousands of books throughout her lifetime and instilling the love of reading in her children and grandchildren. She had a love for words and learning so crossword puzzles were a favorite pastime and would become group efforts when family gathered. Once she was introduced to counted cross-stitch, she was captivated. If a cross-stitch project was not in progress, she was restless, asking for requests for new projects. She was also an accomplished seamstress, making clothing for children and grandchildren, piecing quilt tops using scraps, and repairing and repurposing what others might have discarded. Milly was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Herington. She is survived by her children Kirby (Cynthia) Schrader of Magnolia, TX; Monte (Denise) Schrader of Midland, TX; Larry (Miyong) Schrader of San Antonio, TX; Vicky (Darrell) Minton of Latimer, KS; Dana (Anna) Schrader of Grimes, IA; Dede (Jeff) Patterson of Latimer, KS and Jenny (Rich Schwabauer) Schrader of Portland, OR; grandchildren Steven Schrader, Heidi (Gray) Gregory, Dylan (Ariel) Schrader, Andrew (Magenta) Schrader, Molly (Jason) Stepp, Kelby Schrader, Bailley Schrader, Ben (Winter) Schrader, Megan (Casey) Rhea, Ryan (Andrea) Glessner, Dustin Glessner, Josh (Brooklyn) Patterson and Kaiti Patterson. Milly passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Glen Schrader, and siblings Merle Emig, Dorothy McMillen, Robert Emig, Sr, and David Emig. Family and friends are invited to attend an open house on Saturday June 29, 2024, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Herington Country Club to celebrate her life. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Herington led by Pastor Jim Peters. Yazel Megli Funeral Home is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Milly’s name may be directed to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Herington or Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Milly at www.yazelmeglifh.com.
Fireworks Safety: Know the Rules
The Community Engagement Dashboard provides more information about the rules, regulations, Old Fashioned Fourth of July in Eisenhower Park and the annual fireworks display. Fireworks can be legally discharged within the city limits from July 1st through July 3rd, starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 10:00 p.m., and from July 4th through July 6th, starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at midnight.
Steven W. Lewis
On Monday June 24, 2024 the Lewis family unexpectedly lost a loving brother, husband, father and papa. Steven “Steve” Wayne Lewis, 71, passed away from a heart attack in Watertown, SD while traveling home from a family reunion. All three of his daughters were blessed to be able to express their love over the phone before he peacefully passed with his wife by his side.
Railroad launches rebuild fund
An Abilene fundraising campaign is underway to complete the federally mandated rebuild of Santa Fe 3415, the state’s official steam locomotive. According to Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad officials, the engine overhaul is required by the Federal Railroad Administration and is a process that must be completed every 15 years. The engine is currently out of service and will not operate until workers and consultants complete the inspection and rebuild of the engine’s boiler and flue system. Other components of the running gear and tender car will also be examined, repaired and/or replaced.
Family and fun during summer reunion season
Summer is the time for swimming, traveling, VBS and…family reunions! We just returned home (a week or so ago) from a family reunion in Riley/Manhattan, Kan. There were 27 of us there – not all the time but for the formal (in the yard) dinner on Saturday night.
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