Volunteers give tours of wildlife range
Volunteers lead tours at the wildlife range, guiding visitors through habitats and sharing information about local species and conservation efforts. The program highlights hands on learning, with docents answering questions and describing trail features and safety guidelines.
City to discuss smoking rooms proposal in Garden City
Garden City Commissioners weigh amending the smoking ban to permit an isolated smokers room at venues. Kaleb Kentner projects a 10 by 12 foot room with ventilation costing about 20000 dollars for six to ten people, as hearings prompt talk of a possible citywide vote via petition.
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Dixon Promotes Limited Government in City Commission Bid
Roy Dixon, 57, agri cultural industry consultant and Ottawa and Colorado State alumnus, runs on a platform of limited government. He faults the smoking ordinance for insufficient public involvement and calls for community and business input before policy moves. See City Page A6.
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Perkins aims to strengthen city law enforcement services
Jim Perkins, a City Commission candidate and retired police officer, seeks stronger police staffing and internal fire department reforms. He emphasizes boosting law enforcement, while noting a smoking ban ordinance as a public focus and supporting business owner choice in smoke-free venues. He holds an Education BA from Northeastern State University and an MS from the University of Wyoming.
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Splash program keeps Hugoton students after school
In Hugoton USD 210, 297 students participate in the SPLASH after school program staying to 5:30 pm with homework, enrichment, and athletics. Teachers and para professionals work daily, plus high school tutors assist elementary students. Tutors are paid three days weekly. others volunteer. The program’s benefits extend to all stakeholders.
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Hugoton USD 210 Schools Highlight SPLASH Attendance
Dora Hermocillo, hired three years ago to coordinate the SPLASH program after USD 210 won the grant, notes consistent attendance shows the district is doing something right as students engage across Hugoton Elementary, Middle, and High Schools under Superintendent David Self.
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