Finney County Museum seeks veteran testimonials for book
The Finney County Historical Museum invites local veterans to submit testimonials. Preference goes to World War II veterans who lived in Finney County, then nonborn residents with 25 years in the county, followed by Korea War veterans. Submissions encouraged by 2002 dates. contact 403 S. Fourth St or call 272 3664.
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Pat Fishback
Finney County
Fishback
Finney County Historical Museum
S. Fourth St
Concerts in the Park Series Opens Friday in Garden City
The Garden City Municipal Band launches its 122nd season with a weather themed program. Bruce Spiller directs and the series will perform at Zookalee on July 4 and weekly at Stevens Park band shell through July 20 with 8 p.m. start.
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Garden City
Burton
Gaston
Finlayson
Sousa
Bruce Spiller
Garden City Community College
Zookalee
Stevens Park
Downbeat
Suge See
Sexson
Garden City hosts region 14 Police Dog trials for public
Garden City Police Department and Finney County Sheriff's Office host the 2001 United States Police Canine Association Region 14 Police Dog 1 Certification trials Friday through Saturday at Garden City Community College Track Field. About 20 dogs and handlers from southwest Kansas and Colorado compete in obedience agility evidence and suspect search with gunfire. An awards dinner follows Friday’s practice. public viewing is allowed.
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Garden City
Garden City Community College
Burton
Gaston
Finlayson
Sousa
Bruce Spiller
Finney County Fairgrounds
Finney County
USDA Settles Complaint Against Farmland National Beef
The USDA Levyed a settlement in Kansas City during an ongoing hearing, with Farmland National Beef Packing Company agreeing to pay 95000 to reimburse government investigation costs. The pact forbids retaliation and imposes no cattle purchasing requirement, though Farmland denies wrongdoing. Callicrate Feedyard owner Mike Callicrate learned of the deal only after AP contacted him.
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Wichita
Usdas Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration
Farmland National Beef Packing Company
Kansas City
USDA
Callicrate
St.ancis
Packer
Farmland
Packers and ‘Stockyards
Mike Callicrate
Associated Press
Cleanup could take weeks after Garden City storm
Garden City Public Works chief Sam Curran says debris cleanup is slow and could take two to three weeks in the two hardest hit areas before moving to the old town, the airport, and other parts. Residents are urged to keep branches out of drainage and may drop debris at a zoo site on Finnup Drive.
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Garden City Public Works Department
Sam Curran
Public Works Department
Street Department
Kansas Avenue
Main Street
Ninth Street
Fourth Street
Curran
Lee Richardson Zoo
Finnup Drive
Record numbers predicted for corn harvest in Kansas
AP reports Kansas farmers may harvest a record corn crop, about 525 million bushels, based on planted acres and early conditions. Kansas State University economist Bill Tierney projects 148.3 bushels per acre on 3.54 million acres. Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service estimates 3.4 million planted acres. Nearly twice as much corn as wheat expected.
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Wichita
Kansas
Kansas Corn Growers Association
Bill Tierney
Kansas State University
Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service
U.S. Department of
Area farmers limit corn planting this year in Kansas
In Kansas area farms many stopped planting extra corn due to heat and drought last year. Terry Faurot of Scott County notes moisture shortages harmed corn more than milo and many chose milo this season. He now says rain improved prospects and regrets planting less. Mike Ellis in Scott County planted as much corn as last year but finds crops slightly behind due to cool weather. James Bell in Kearny County reports similar plantings with corn now greening after rain and irrigation costs shaving.
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Kansas
Terry Faurot
Scott County
Milo
Mile
Faurot
Mike Ellis
James Bell
Kearny County
Wheat harvest forecast trimmed by Kansas group
The Kansas Wheat Quality Council after touring the state's wheat fields says the harvest will reach about 277 million bushels, down from the government forecast of 285.6 million. The judgment reflects on the crop's condition and regional conditions observed during the tour.
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Kansas
Wheat Quality Council
Deerfield Vets Receive Honorary Diplomas in 1940s Program
Four Deerfield High School veterans were awarded honorary diplomas at the 2000 graduation under Kansas Operation Recognition. Jay Dean Landon John Greer and William McGinn received diplomas. Milford Combs was honored posthumously. The program offers WWII era veterans a second chance at a diploma, with hundreds statewide benefiting.
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Kansas Commission On Veterans Affairs
Veterans’ Affairs
Deerfield
Jay Dean Landon
John Greer
William McGinn
Milford Combs
Landon
Kansas
Bridget Hayes
Hayes
Oklahoma
Nebraska
Indiana
Topeka Blvd
Topeka
Kansas Commission On Veterans’ Affairs
Jackson St
Beef Empire Days kicks off a busy weekend in the area
The weekend features a book and bake sale at Finney County Public Library, tennis at Grimsley Harmon Complex, a historic homes tour, and a Finney County Historical Museum exhibit. The Lee Richardson Zoo opens a new black bear exhibit with a dedication ceremony. Also on tap are an International Festival, K-9 police trials, wildflower tours, a Sounds of Country concert, and a benefit for Sara Pepper with donations sought at several venues.
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Finney County Public Library
Walnut St
Grimsley Harmon Complex
Sixth St
N. Seventh St
J&m House of Lighting
Buffalo Jones Ave
Finney County Historical Museum
S. Fourth St
Kansas
Historical Museum
Lee Richardson Zoo
Zoo
Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo
Heather Salyer
Salyer
Kathy Sexson
Tucson
Ariz
Adams Rib
Friends of Finney Game Refuge
Arkansas River Main Street Bridge
South Business Highway 83
Stevens Park
Sara Pepper
Lakin
Eagles Lodge
Taylor Ave
Garden City
Pepper
Western State Bank
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Molly Gardner
Ramon Rodriguez
Kiddee Pond
Bears
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