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City Parks seeing a ‘whirlwind’ of improvements
In talking about how some improvements to Reed’s Park have prompted citizens to use it more, Clay Center Parks and Recreation Superintendent Pat Hayes told the Clay Center Lions Club last week he’d like to add a restroom there and make similar improvements to other parks. “Each year...
Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad logo
An Abilene fundraising campaign is underway to complete the federally mandated rebuild of Sa…
Member of local lodge organizes ‘The Great Masonic Coin Hunt’
The newest member of the Clay Center Masonic Lodge, Alex Brown, has organized “The Great Masonic Coin Hunt” as part of an effort to raise awareness about the organization. Brown said he also thought it would be a great way for people “to get off their phones and get out and enjoy the community."
Abilene, Wichita Falls and other cities will pay the price for a legal settlement
Wichita Falls is among multiple cities stuck with the bill as the result of a legal settlement between the state of Texas and a mystery sales taxpayer. Sales taxes collected in Texas cities go to the state, which makes necessary adjustments and then sends back each city’s share. A city’s sales tax allotment is a major part of its total revenue.
More rain to start off July
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - July will start off like June ended, with plenty of rainfall in the forecast. Storms rolled out of NE Kansas this morning, bringing some early morning rain to start off the work week. Drying out by later in the AM hours, temperatures have risen modestly for most of the area, but have soared in areas further south and west.
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.
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.
Celebrate Fourth of July in these activities
is within a week, and so are the plethora of activities and competitions the Abilene Parks and Recreation Department plans. For more information about these events, contact the Abilene Parks and Recreation Department at 785-263-7266. Concessions for breakfast and lunch will be available. Donna Brown will host a stand again. Simply Lemonade and Kona snow cones will also be ...
III Armored Corps’ Best Squad Announced
FORT RILEY, Kan. - The Army said that the winner of the III Armored Corps Best Squad Competition, held from June 24-27, is the 4th Infantry Division Squad. This winning team will advance to compete in the FORSCOM Best Squad Competition at Fort Carson, Colorado, in August. This year, Fort...
Clay Center Municipal Airport Receives $150,000 Grant
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced more than $123 million for airfield, safety, and other improvement projects at 235 airports in 35 states and the District of Columbia. The Clay Center Municipal Airport has been awarded a $150,000 Airport Improvement Program grant for the...
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.
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.
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.
Kansas Avenue to close on July 15 for structure replacement
RILEY, KS - Starting on Monday, July 15th, Kansas Avenue, heading west out of Riley will be closed to through traffic. A structure replacement project will have Kansas Avenue closed from West Street to the intersection with Crooked Creek Road(Hwy 24). The project is estimated to be completed by Wednesday,...
Clay County Hospital Foundation just $50,000 from achieving planned fundraising goal
The Clay County Hospital Foundation recently announced that it is just over $50,000 away from achieving its planned fundraising goal of $3.8 million. This fundraising effort is to support the new expansion at Clay County Medical Center which is an ambitious project that includes the construction of a 6,765 square-foot addition, featuring a new mental health clinic.
Obituary-Patsy Telander
Patsy Telander, 89 of Clay Center, died on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Advena Living of Clay Center. She was born on September 17, 1934 in Clay Center, the daughter of Warren and Jeanette Telander. Patsy grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS. She briefly worked for Union...
City commission discuss employee pay, 2025 mill levy
The Abilene City Commission met June 24 for a regular meeting, executive session and study session. Among the items, the commission discussed changing city employee wages and the mill levy for 2025. Regular meeting The commission approved closing city hall for July 5 to give non-essential employees a four-day weekend. The commission also approved the city’s 2023 audit, briefly covered during ...
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