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Kenneth Graves
Kenneth Graves, 60, of Salina passed away July 6, 2024 at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. Kenneth was born April 28, 1964 the son of Eldon and Naomi Graves in Junction City, Kansas. Kenneth grew up in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School. Kenneth owned his own construction...
Safety hazards still loom large on the farm
During this celebrated age of immense power, size, speed and amazing equipment capabilities, danger and agriculture still have much in common. A great deal of food production involves tilling, crushing, grinding, baling, burning and crimping. Fingers, knuckles, limbs and entire human bodies can easily fall prey. “There isn’t anything you...
CCMC, CCFP announce school supplies drive
Clay Center, KS – Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) and its rural health clinics across the region are proud to announce their School Supplies Drive starting Monday, July 15th. This initiative aims to support local school districts by collecting essential supplies for students in need. From July 15th through...
Commission discusses dogs in park, selling land
On July 8, Clay County Commissioners discussed dogs running at large on county property and selling another piece of county property. County Attorney Joel Mason that it was brought to his attention this last weekend that dogs have been running at large in Clay County Park in Wakefield. Park rules state that all dogs are to be on leashes while in the park and a rental agreement is to be signed by each camper that states they will follow the rules of the Park.
CenterPoint Energy Advances with Natural Gas Upgrades in Minneapolis' Central Neighborhood
CenterPoint Energy's project to upgrade natural gas lines in Minneapolis is steadily pushing forward, with work concentrated in the Central Neighborhood area. They outlined the work done and the work to come in early July. Three crews from Michels Corporation, the authorized contractor, are currently tasked with moving indoor meters...
Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad experiencing best summer on record
The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad is experiencing its best summer in the organization's 31 year history. After the long Independence Day weekend, the A&SV has hauled 6,233 passengers so far this year, compared to just over 3,000 a year ago, and 1,500 for the same period in 2022. The A&SV has drawn passengers from five countries, 37 states, and 246 Kansas communities.
New Owner Re-Opens G.R. Parkers Saloon
G.R. Parkers Saloon in Bennington is getting a second lease on life, and is back open again with a new owner, a deep clean ,and additions of Mexican cuisine to the menu. Every story has a beginning, and it started with selling tacos on the driveway. Owner Vanessa Corona says she wanted to bring her Mexican food recipes to Bennington. Corona started making food for people at the comfort of her own home and received positive feedback. She says many of her customers stated that she should start her own restaurant. Rusty Leister, the previous owner of G.R. Parkers, terminated the lease and Corona took this as an opportunity to bring her Mexican culture to the Saloon.
Zion Lutheran Church in Concordia to Hold 6th Annual Free Community Swim
The community is invited to a free night of swimming from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm on Wednesday, July 24th at the Concordia Municipal Swimming Pool. The annual free community swim is sponsored by the Zion Lutheran Church in Concordia. Melissa Swenson says this is the sixth year the church...
Cloud Co. Comm. College Receives $500k Grant From Sunderland Foundation
Cloud County Community College has received a $500,000 grant from the Sunderland Foundation. The award, received by CCCC’s Foundation, will be used for the college’s Technical Education and Innovation Center. The new facility, which will open in August, will provide modern access to quality education in critical need, high-demand careers in Kansas.
Concordia Fire & EMS Report for Thursday, July 11th
At 0555pm, M-4 was dispatched for a medical emergency. One patient was transported to NCKMC. At 0930pm, M-5 was dispatched for a advanced cardiac life support long distance transfer from NCKMC to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.
Pre-Cloud County Fair Judging Begins
The 2024 Cloud County Fair officially runs July 16th through July 20th, but several pre-fair activities took place this week. On Wednesday, July 10th, 4-H members had projects judged in the Commercial Building at the Cloud County Fairgrounds in Concordia. Pre-fair judging included Sewing & Fiber Arts, Shopping in Style, Arts & Crafts, Reading, Wildlife, Posters, Individual Projects and Veterinary Sciences.
I-70 Lane Closure Near Abilene
The Kansas Department of Transportation announced that the right lane of eastbound I-70 near the Abilene exit in Dickinson County has been closed for concrete repair. KDOT will be removing and replacing damaged concrete. It is estimated that the project will be completed by August, weather permitting. KDOT urges all...
CCCC Receives Grant from Sunderland Foundation
Cloud County Community College has received a grant of $500,000 from the Sutherland Foundation. This award will be used for the college’s new Technical Education and Innovation Center, set to open in August. This new center will help provide access to high-need, in-demand careers in Kansas, like Nursing, Welding, Renewable Energy, and more. Construction on the center began in April 2023. It will be open in time for classes for the 2024 Fall Semester.
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