High Plains Youth Entrepreneur Fair set for March 28
Seventh through 12th graders can showcase ideas at the third annual High Plains Youth Entrepreneur Fair scheduled March 28 at Rawlins County High School in Atwood. NetWork Kansas and co sponsors Ogallala Commons and Western Prairie RC&D back rural economic growth with top 30 applicants given booths and prize money of 1000, 750 and 500. Contact Chris Sramek at (785) 626-3640 or reed atwoodtv net for materials.
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Transition to Teaching program info session May 27 at FHSU
A May 27 6:30 p.m. session in the Memorial Union Stouffer Lounge at Fort Hays State University invites bachelor's degree holders to explore the Transition to Teaching program as an alternative route to licensure. Attendees should bring transcripts. contact Kerry Schuckman at 785 628 4542 or kschuckm fhsu.edu for details. A separate nonprofit workshop is planned April 4 at Garden City Community College from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for board recruitment and development, registration $25 including lunch. Register by March 31 with Western Kansas Community Foundation at 271 9484.
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Wichita State University Center
Western Kansas Community Foundation
Ulysses moves forward with Wal-Mart annexation plan
The Ulysses City Council approved rezoning, final plat, and annexation for a Wal-Mart Supercenter along the east boundary between Hampton Avenue and Kansas Highway 160. The 100,000 square foot store could employ 125 to 175 people seasonally, with approvals from the planning and county commissions and plans to address drainage, sewer, and waterline extensions.
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Garden City considers tuition breaks for high school enrollees
Garden City Community College reviews options to reduce or eliminate tuition for high school students taking college classes. President Carol Ballantyne outlined budget implications as trustees weigh feasibility, potential need for new dual enrollment sections, and impact on revenue from fees. Trustee Terri Worf advocates maintaining some level of tuition flexibility.
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Garden City GCCC to host two day economics symposium
Scholars and community leaders from across Kansas and beyond will gather at Garden City Community College for an April 11 and 12 economics symposium on immigration and the economy. Keynote economists James Regan Jr. and Heather Lena will share research based views, paired with Delores Mesa Lopez's personal immigrant experience. Free advance tickets available March 25 at the Student and Community Services Center.
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Tennessee State University
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Fort Hays State University
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Garden City
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Mexico
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Slattery to challenge Roberts for US Senate seat
Former Kansas congressman Jim Slattery, after more than a decade away from state politics, plans to seek the Democratic nomination to oppose Sen. Pat Roberts. Kansas Democrats confirmed the move as Slattery prepares a formal declaration in Topeka next week. He served in the 2nd District from 1983 to 1994 and ran for governor in 1994.
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Weekend events mix homes shows rabbits and rodeos in Finney County
The 32nd Better Home and Living Show runs 6 to 9 pm Friday and 10 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday at the Finney County Fairgrounds Exhibition Building with $3 admission or $2 plus a non perishable item for Emmaus House. A rabbit show, youth judging, and showmanship contests test entrants, with open and youth entry fees. The Southwest Barrel Racing Association hosts two jackpots at the Horse Palace, benefiting the Meyers family after a February 25 fire. A model railroad show by Boothill Model Railroaders runs Saturday and Sunday with tickets at $4 and $10 per family, featuring layouts from Kansas Nebraska and Oklahoma.
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