Leave a Legacy Run draws 527 in 5K for cancer awareness
The Leave a Legacy Run at Colby Community College drew 527 participants led by Jeff Deal and family honoring his father Fred who died of lung cancer in 2014. Chad Krug and family pushed a stroller in memory of his father Bob, diagnosed with esophageal cancer, saying the event unites people and honors shared hardship and love.
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Regents aim higher education goal amid enrollment shifts
Kansas plans to raise the share of working-age residents with post secondary credentials to 60 percent by 2020. Enrollment trends show declines at public universities and community colleges, with technical colleges rising. the state cites Georgetown and labor data linking credentials to income and job demand.
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Peddicord Leads Community Flagpole Project in Hugoton
Neighbors rallied around Peddicord to install two flagpoles near the hospital building, raising over 20 thousand dollars with decorative bricks at 500 each. The project, funded without taxpayer money, included donations, volunteer help, and a September dedication with students, Scouts, and a band. Proceeds will cover lighting and future flag purchases.
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Stevens County Hospital
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Starcup
Wamego
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John Deere
Texas
Nebraska
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Elkhart
Diane
Hugoton High School Marching Band
Hugoton Boy Scouts
Lee
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