By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

Sports Kansas was created out of the Kansas Tourism group to market and
promote sports-related travel to Kansas. The organization has quarterly
meetings where they pick a location in the state to tour a sports facility or
venue. 

The first in-person quarterly meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic hit
will be hosted in Great Bend May 13. 

Great Bend Convention &amp; Visitors
Bureau Director Christina Hayes says the guest speaker will be local basketball
start Jackie Stiles. 
"Specifically, we are interested in knowing what is it for a sports person, or sports superstar, that they are looking for in venues or things communities can do that give that extra boost to players, teams and fans," said Hayes. "She will speak to that a little bit, but of course, we want to hear about everything Jackie." 
Stiles graduated from Claflin High School in 1997 and continues to hold the
Kansas girls’ record for most points scored in a career with 3,603. Stiles
attended Southwest Missouri State University, now Missouri State, where her
3,393 points scored ranks third in the NCAA D-I records. Stiles was also a
first round pick in the WNBA Draft in 2001. Stiles is currently an assistant
coach for the University of Oklahoma women’s basketball team. 
Hayes says anyone will be able to listen to Stiles speak. 
"We are just taking a free-will donation," said Hayes. "You can come and give a free-will donation and listen to her speak. We're hoping to have some sort of signing or picture option afterwards as well. The donation will help in the cost to get Jackie here and help Sports Kansas." 
The Sports Kansas quarterly meeting will begin at 10 a.m. The group will take a
tour of The Fieldhouse and then have a catered meal. Stiles is expected to
speak at the Great Bend Events Center at 1:30 p.m. 
For more information email Hayes at chayes@greatbendks.net.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostSports Kansas was created out of the Kansas Tourism group to market and
promote sports-related travel to Kansas. The organization has quarterly
meetings where they pick a location in the state to tour a sports facility or
venue. The first in-person quarterly meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic hit
will be hosted in Great Bend May 13. Great Bend Convention &amp; Visitors
Bureau Director Christina Hayes says the guest speaker will be local basketball
start Jackie Stiles. 
"Specifically, we are interested in knowing what is it for a sports person, or sports superstar, that they are looking for in venues or things communities can do that give that extra boost to players, teams and fans," said Hayes. "She will speak to that a little bit, but of course, we want to hear about everything Jackie." 
Stiles graduated from Claflin High School in 1997 and continues to hold the
Kansas girls’ record for most points scored in a career with 3,603. Stiles
attended Southwest Missouri State University, now Missouri State, where her
3,393 points scored ranks third in the NCAA D-I records. Stiles was also a
first round pick in the WNBA Draft in 2001. Stiles is currently an assistant
coach for the University of Oklahoma women’s basketball team. 
Hayes says anyone will be able to listen to Stiles speak. 
"We are just taking a free-will donation," said Hayes. "You can come and give a free-will donation and listen to her speak. We're hoping to have some sort of signing or picture option afterwards as well. The donation will help in the cost to get Jackie here and help Sports Kansas." 
The Sports Kansas quarterly meeting will begin at 10 a.m. The group will take a
tour of The Fieldhouse and then have a catered meal. Stiles is expected to
speak at the Great Bend Events Center at 1:30 p.m. 
For more information email Hayes at chayes@greatbendks.net.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Basketball great Jackie Stiles to speak in Great Bend

Register once per day at the following locations:&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Ehler Chevrolet

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Farmer’s Bank and Trust

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Outer limits Liquor 

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Northview Nursery and Landscape

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Nex-Tech Wireless

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Heavy Duty Diesel and Auto

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Millers of Claflin

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Memorial Art Company 

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sutherlands

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Boone’s Maytag Home Appliance

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Heartland Collision Center

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
That New Place

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Dairy Queen

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Magna Dry Cleaning Services

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Appliance Furniture and Sleep Source

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Handle Bar and Grill

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Animal Medical Center

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Nex-Tech

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Woelk’s Jewelry in Russell

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Closet Boutique

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Doan’s Outdoor Store

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Eagle Tire

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Comfort Pro

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Fireworks 4 Less

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Auto Body Repair Shop

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Custom ReBath and My Kitchens

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Harper Camperland

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The Center for Counseling and Consultation

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Pizza Hut 

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T &amp; L Fireworks 

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Eldridge Fencing 

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Satellite Pros

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Johnson Electric Motor Winding

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Odin Rodeo Grounds Prosser Arena 

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Nex-Tech Wireless&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Heavy Duty Diesel and Auto&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Millers of Claflin&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Memorial Art Company &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sutherlands&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Boone’s Maytag Home Appliance&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Heartland Collision Center&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
That New Place&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Dairy Queen&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Magna Dry Cleaning Services&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Appliance Furniture and Sleep Source&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Handle Bar and Grill&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Animal Medical Center&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Nex-Tech&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Woelk’s Jewelry in Russell&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Closet Boutique&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Doan’s Outdoor Store&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Eagle Tire&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Comfort Pro&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Fireworks 4 Less&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Auto Body Repair Shop&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Custom ReBath and My Kitchens&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Harper Camperland&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Center for Counseling and Consultation&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Pizza Hut &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
T &amp; L Fireworks &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Eldridge Fencing &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Satellite Pros&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Johnson Electric Motor Winding&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Odin Rodeo Grounds Prosser Arena

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Great Bend City Council meeeting April 19 6:30 p.m. Events Center The council meeting will be livestreamed for the public to view on the city council Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/gbcitycouncil/. OPENING: Pledge of Allegiance A. Consent Agenda B. Old Business C. Recognition of Visitors and Announcements &nbsp; &nbsp;1. Bird Scooters: Matt Hiss would like to address the governing body regarding the Bird Scooters. &nbsp; &nbsp;2. Bike &amp; Pedestrian Master Plan: Brandon Steinert, representative with Be Well Barton County, would like to address the governing body. D. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;3. Councilmember Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;4. Administrator's Update &nbsp; &nbsp;5. CVB/Community Coordinator Report &nbsp; &nbsp;6. Abatements &nbsp; &nbsp;7. Streetlights for Quail Cove Cul-de-Sac &nbsp; &nbsp;8. Taxiway A - Partial Mill and Overlay &amp; Markings ADJOURNMENT

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 </figure>Great Bend City Council meeeting April 19 6:30 p.m. Events Center The council meeting will be livestreamed for the public to view on the city council Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/gbcitycouncil/. OPENING: Pledge of Allegiance A. Consent Agenda B. Old Business C. Recognition of Visitors and Announcements &nbsp; &nbsp;1. Bird Scooters: Matt Hiss would like to address the governing body regarding the Bird Scooters. &nbsp; &nbsp;2. Bike &amp; Pedestrian Master Plan: Brandon Steinert, representative with Be Well Barton County, would like to address the governing body. D. New Business &nbsp; &nbsp;3. Councilmember Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;4. Administrator's Update &nbsp; &nbsp;5. CVB/Community Coordinator Report &nbsp; &nbsp;6. Abatements &nbsp; &nbsp;7. Streetlights for Quail Cove Cul-de-Sac &nbsp; &nbsp;8. Taxiway A - Partial Mill and Overlay &amp; Markings ADJOURNMENT

Great Bend City Council meeting agenda (4/19)

Matt Mai has heard two layman’s descriptions of the new large-format printer at Golden Belt Printing II, 1125 281 Bypass. And he agrees with both.

One description is the machine is comparable to a Swiss Army knife because of its multiple functions.

The other is the new equipment is the Rolls Royce of the large-format printing industry.

“This new printer is definitely the go-to machine for decals, signs and banners, as well as our vehicle wraps,” said Mai, graphic artist. “And it can handle anything in between.

“This is a replacement machine that greatly enhances our capabilities,” Mai added. “There are many new functions that can satisfy our customers’ requests.”

The Roland TrueVIS 64-inch printer also is faster and more convenient for the operator, “which means we can finish a client’s project more quickly than in the past,” Mai commented.

For example, the machine is equipped with clamps that don’t interfere with sheet-cutting.

“We no longer have to constantly remove these clamps during a project,” Mai said. “They are built in.”

The graphic artist also is impressed with the “greatly enhanced color gambit. We now have six colors, instead of the usual four, and numerous shadings of all these colors.

“The printer can make signage that really pops,” Mai said. “We can share your message on many types of signs using media such as magnetic, aluminum and acrylics.

“Vehicles wraps are very popular but we can do other types of wraps too,” he added. “If you want it wrapped, we can wrap it. I heard of an instance in which a piano was wrapped to change it from black to red for a Christmas program.”

Wraps can be a solid color, print or pattern, along with the text.

In addition to the printer, Mai and his team also now have a new laminator and plotter for cutting.

“The laminator allows a variety of finishes such as glossy, matte, satin and the linen look,” Mai said. “We can also work with an artist’s canvas. The laminator and plotter complement the large printer’s capabilities.”

Golden Belt Printing works hand-in-hand with Office Products Inc.; Kenny and Terry Vink co-own both businesses.

“We work with OPI’s Copy Center, which can professionally handle many smaller projects,” Mai explained. “We do a majority of the heavy production.”

Golden Belt Printing’s products also include mailings, envelopes, letterhead, forms, booklets, flyers, brochures and business cards with or without protective coating

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 </figure>BUSINESS NEWSMatt Mai has heard two layman’s descriptions of the new large-format printer at Golden Belt Printing II, 1125 281 Bypass. And he agrees with both.One description is the machine is comparable to a Swiss Army knife because of its multiple functions.The other is the new equipment is the Rolls Royce of the large-format printing industry.“This new printer is definitely the go-to machine for decals, signs and banners, as well as our vehicle wraps,” said Mai, graphic artist. “And it can handle anything in between.“This is a replacement machine that greatly enhances our capabilities,” Mai added. “There are many new functions that can satisfy our customers’ requests.”The Roland TrueVIS 64-inch printer also is faster and more convenient for the operator, “which means we can finish a client’s project more quickly than in the past,” Mai commented.For example, the machine is equipped with clamps that don’t interfere with sheet-cutting.“We no longer have to constantly remove these clamps during a project,” Mai said. “They are built in.”The graphic artist also is impressed with the “greatly enhanced color gambit. We now have six colors, instead of the usual four, and numerous shadings of all these colors.“The printer can make signage that really pops,” Mai said. “We can share your message on many types of signs using media such as magnetic, aluminum and acrylics.“Vehicles wraps are very popular but we can do other types of wraps too,” he added. “If you want it wrapped, we can wrap it. I heard of an instance in which a piano was wrapped to change it from black to red for a Christmas program.”Wraps can be a solid color, print or pattern, along with the text.In addition to the printer, Mai and his team also now have a new laminator and plotter for cutting.“The laminator allows a variety of finishes such as glossy, matte, satin and the linen look,” Mai said. “We can also work with an artist’s canvas. The laminator and plotter complement the large printer’s capabilities.”Golden Belt Printing works hand-in-hand with Office Products Inc.; Kenny and Terry Vink co-own both businesses.“We work with OPI’s Copy Center, which can professionally handle many smaller projects,” Mai explained. “We do a majority of the heavy production.”Golden Belt Printing’s products also include mailings, envelopes, letterhead, forms, booklets, flyers, brochures and business cards with or without protective coating

Golden Belt Printing II offers enhanced large-format printing

Tired of dragging hoses and sprinklers around your garden every summer? Do you struggle to remember to turn on -- or off -- the hose when it’s time to water? 

There’s a simple, economical alternative – drip irrigation. And as a bonus you’ll conserve water too. The Barton County Conservation District will provide a low-pressure drip irrigation workshop, at 10 a.m., April 24, in the Kansas Wetlands Education Center pollinator garden located at 592 NE K 156 Hwy between Great Bend and Claflin.&nbsp;

Because it will be a hands-on class, numbers will be limited. Participants will have a chance to help put together the system that will keep the centerpiece to the butterfly garden watered and looking its best.&nbsp; The order in which each component is added to build a system that can be programmed to turn on and off with a simple timer will be revealed in this hands-on class.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Systems like these can be created in a few hours,” Veronica Coons, Barton County District Manager said. “It's well worth the effort because water is released right at the soil level, reducing loss by evaporation, and also reducing weed pressure and the transmission of disease. You end up with an all around better garden with a lot less effort.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sign up by emailing the conservation district: <a href="mailto:bccconservation.dis@gmail.com" target="_blank">bccconservation.dis@gmail.com</a> or calling 620-792-3346, ext. 303 and leaving a message".

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 </figure>Tired of dragging hoses and sprinklers around your garden every summer? Do you struggle to remember to turn on -- or off -- the hose when it’s time to water? There’s a simple, economical alternative – drip irrigation. And as a bonus you’ll conserve water too. The Barton County Conservation District will provide a low-pressure drip irrigation workshop, at 10 a.m., April 24, in the Kansas Wetlands Education Center pollinator garden located at 592 NE K 156 Hwy between Great Bend and Claflin.&nbsp;Because it will be a hands-on class, numbers will be limited. Participants will have a chance to help put together the system that will keep the centerpiece to the butterfly garden watered and looking its best.&nbsp; The order in which each component is added to build a system that can be programmed to turn on and off with a simple timer will be revealed in this hands-on class.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Systems like these can be created in a few hours,” Veronica Coons, Barton County District Manager said. “It's well worth the effort because water is released right at the soil level, reducing loss by evaporation, and also reducing weed pressure and the transmission of disease. You end up with an all around better garden with a lot less effort.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Sign up by emailing the conservation district: <a href="mailto:bccconservation.dis@gmail.com" target="_blank">bccconservation.dis@gmail.com</a> or calling 620-792-3346, ext. 303 and leaving a message".

Barton County Conservation District offers watering workshop

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Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc. announced that Cal Dunekack, senior at Great Bend High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship Wednesday at Wheatland’s Annual Meeting in Great Bend. 

Each year, Wheatland Electric provides fourteen $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who attend one of the thirteen high schools in Wheatland Electric’s service territory, as well as one at-large scholarship for a student whose parent/guardian is a member of Wheatland Electric, but does not attend one of the schools in Wheatland’s service territory. 

This year, nearly 70 students applied for the scholarships and a panel of the Wheatland Electric Board of Trustees reviewed and selected the scholarship recipients.

“Wheatland Electric is committed to the leaders of tomorrow and is proud to award these scholarships to assist students in obtaining their educational goals,” said General Manager Bruce W. Mueller. 

To learn more about the Scholarship Program, please visit weci.net/scholarship-program or contact Alli Conine, Manager of Member Services &amp; Corporate Communications at 620-874-4563 or aconine@weci.net.

About Us Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc., a member owned distribution cooperative headquartered in Scott City, KS, was established in 1948 as a distribution and power cooperative, in the state of Kansas. Today, Wheatland Electric serves more than 33,000 electric meters in 14 Kansas counties and 3 Colorado counties and maintains over 4,000 miles of distribution power lines across western, southcentral Kansas and eastern Colorado.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/4/1618592801087.png" alt="Bruce W. Mueller (left), CEO and General Manager of Wheatland Electric, awards Cal Dunekack (right), senior at Great Bend High School, with a $1,000 scholarship during Wheatland’s 73rd Annual Meeting in Great Bend, KS on Wednesday." />
 <figcaption>Bruce W. Mueller (left), CEO and General Manager of Wheatland Electric, awards Cal Dunekack (right), senior at Great Bend High School, with a $1,000 scholarship during Wheatland’s 73rd Annual Meeting in Great Bend, KS on Wednesday.</figcaption>
 </figure>Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc. announced that Cal Dunekack, senior at Great Bend High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship Wednesday at Wheatland’s Annual Meeting in Great Bend. Each year, Wheatland Electric provides fourteen $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who attend one of the thirteen high schools in Wheatland Electric’s service territory, as well as one at-large scholarship for a student whose parent/guardian is a member of Wheatland Electric, but does not attend one of the schools in Wheatland’s service territory. This year, nearly 70 students applied for the scholarships and a panel of the Wheatland Electric Board of Trustees reviewed and selected the scholarship recipients.“Wheatland Electric is committed to the leaders of tomorrow and is proud to award these scholarships to assist students in obtaining their educational goals,” said General Manager Bruce W. Mueller. To learn more about the Scholarship Program, please visit weci.net/scholarship-program or contact Alli Conine, Manager of Member Services &amp; Corporate Communications at 620-874-4563 or aconine@weci.net.About Us Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc., a member owned distribution cooperative headquartered in Scott City, KS, was established in 1948 as a distribution and power cooperative, in the state of Kansas. Today, Wheatland Electric serves more than 33,000 electric meters in 14 Kansas counties and 3 Colorado counties and maintains over 4,000 miles of distribution power lines across western, southcentral Kansas and eastern Colorado.&nbsp;

Dunekack receives $1,000 scholarship from Wheatland Electric

Everyone experiences stress but not everyone reacts to stress in the same way. There are people who thrive on stress to motivate them to get things done. Others may shut down and cannot continue with their daily activities. The adversity during the last year has caused additional stress for most of us.

I’m sure the word “resiliency” has been used in discussions of mental health for many years but I hear it on the news almost daily now. The definition of resiliency according to the American Psychological Association is “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress – such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or workplace and financial stressors. It means ‘bouncing back’ from difficult experiences.”

What are the characteristics of resilient people? Illinois Extension hosted a webinar and shared how a person faced with adversity will respond. Optimistic people will see the opportunity in the situation and will respond positively. They will have initiative and assertiveness. They have learned how to respond to negative events even though they cannot control what is happening. They are flexible and are open to new ideas and they cope with change by thinking outside the box.

In addition, a resilient person will have compassion for not only their family but for their community. They know that when they are kind to others, it will make them feel better. They also are creative and have a sense of humor.

Are there things that we can do to become more resilient? It is important in times of stress that we take care of our body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.

It is also important to take time to unwind. Find activities you enjoy. Listen to music. Take a walk. Watch a fun TV show that takes your mind off the adversity. In many studies, researchers have found that a caring relationship within or outside the family is the most important tool in the toolbox. Work to find ways to connect with others.

Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. And be willing to listen to ideas that may help the situation. You must also be willing to ask for help. Building resilience within yourself and within your family will help you get through the tough times.

Berny Unruh is the Family and Community Wellness Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District. She can be reached at 785-628-9430 or at bunruh@ksu.edu K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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 </figure>Everyone experiences stress but not everyone reacts to stress in the same way. There are people who thrive on stress to motivate them to get things done. Others may shut down and cannot continue with their daily activities. The adversity during the last year has caused additional stress for most of us.I’m sure the word “resiliency” has been used in discussions of mental health for many years but I hear it on the news almost daily now. The definition of resiliency according to the American Psychological Association is “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress – such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or workplace and financial stressors. It means ‘bouncing back’ from difficult experiences.”What are the characteristics of resilient people? Illinois Extension hosted a webinar and shared how a person faced with adversity will respond. Optimistic people will see the opportunity in the situation and will respond positively. They will have initiative and assertiveness. They have learned how to respond to negative events even though they cannot control what is happening. They are flexible and are open to new ideas and they cope with change by thinking outside the box.In addition, a resilient person will have compassion for not only their family but for their community. They know that when they are kind to others, it will make them feel better. They also are creative and have a sense of humor.Are there things that we can do to become more resilient? It is important in times of stress that we take care of our body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.It is also important to take time to unwind. Find activities you enjoy. Listen to music. Take a walk. Watch a fun TV show that takes your mind off the adversity. In many studies, researchers have found that a caring relationship within or outside the family is the most important tool in the toolbox. Work to find ways to connect with others.Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. And be willing to listen to ideas that may help the situation. You must also be willing to ask for help. Building resilience within yourself and within your family will help you get through the tough times.Berny Unruh is the Family and Community Wellness Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District. She can be reached at 785-628-9430 or at bunruh@ksu.edu K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

UNRUH: What is resiliency?

The Commission meeting will be live-streamed through Microsoft Teams. Citizens may view the meeting through their own sign in or by signing in “anonymously”. Please follow this link: https://bit.ly/2LPOSYp. If you wish to participate in the discussion of any item, please call (620) 793-1800 for instructions.

BOARD OF BARTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Agenda Meeting April 19, 2021 9:00 a.m. Until Close

I. OPENING BUSINESS: A. Call Meeting to Order. B. Roll Call taken by County Clerk. C. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. D. Consider Approval of the Agenda. E. Minutes of the April 12, 2021, Regular Meeting are not available. F. Any citizen wishing to make statements during the discussion of any item must first be recognized by the Commission Chair. After being recognized, that person should state their name and the name of any organization represented. Statements should be limited to five minutes. G. Cell phones and other electronic devices, other than those used by the media and law enforcement, should be shut off.

II. OLD BUSINESS - Items tabled, or scheduled, from previous Commission Meetings, will be heard at this time -There is no Old Business at this time

III. NEW BUSINESS - All new business to be considered by the Commission will be heard at this time. A. COUNTY CLERK / ELECTION OFFICE: Purchase of Voting Equipment: -The current electronic poll pads have reached end-of-life. These poll pads are used at the voting precincts and in the Clerk’s Office to process voters for voting. ES&amp;S Election Systems &amp; Software has a poll pad product that integrates with the ES&amp;S electronic voting equipment and ES&amp;S ELVIS Voter Registration database. Fifteen additional ExpressVote ballot marking devices are also quoted. The additional equipment should help to expedite lines of voters on Election Day. The cost for all equipment includes installation, training and 1 year warranty. It is anticipated this expenditure may be reclassified to American Rescue Plan Act monies. Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk, will present details.

B. PROCLAMATION 2021-08: National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: -In recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the County Attorney’s Office has requested that the Commission adopt Proclamation 2021-08. The week of April 18 – 24, 2021, has been selected to reaffirm the County’s commitment to respect and enforce victims’ rights and address their needs during Crime Victims’ Rights Week and throughout the year. Camila Komarek, Victim Advocate, will provide details.

C. CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS: Fiscal Year 2022 Comprehensive Plan Submission: -The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) requires submitting a Comprehensive Plan (grant application) each year. This document requires the review and approval of the Barton County Commissioners, as the Administrative County for the District to which the plan pertains. The plan includes a funding request of $510,344.14 for program operations and $55,350.00 for Behavioral Health. Amy Boxberger, CKCC Director, will provide details.

D. JUVENILE SERVICES: 2022 Budget Approval: -The Juvenile Services Department requests approval of the 2022 Fiscal Budget as prepared by Marissa Woodmansee, Juvenile Services Director. The budget has been prepared based on figures provided by the Kansas Department of Corrections - Juvenile Services. The budget includes $635,847.82 for Juvenile Services, $160,391.19 for evidence-based programs and $128,313.00 in reinvestment funds. Ms. Woodmansee will provide details.

E. COVID UPDATE: -Karen Winkelman, Health Director, will provide the Commission with an update on COVID-19 and Health Department Operations.

IV. ENDING BUSINESS – After new items are heard by the Commission, the following items, including announcements, will be heard.

A. ANNOUNCEMENTS: -Following the close of the Agenda Meeting, the Commission will consider the authorization of personnel changes for classified positions, sign any documentation approved during the agenda meeting or sign any other documentation required for regular County business. Similar action may take place throughout the day.

B. APPOINTMENTS: Although subject to change, the following appointments have been scheduled: 10:00 a.m. or following the close of the Agenda Meeting – Tech Fund Information – Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk; Jim Jordan, County Treasurer; and Pam Wornkey, Register of Deeds. 10:30 a.m. – Malwarebytes Antivirus Software Bids – Derreck Hollingshead, Information Technology Director. 10:45 a.m. – Financial Update – Matt Patzner, Financial Officer. 11:00 a.m. – Regular Business Discussion – Phil Hathcock, County Administrator, and Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk.

THE COUNTY EDITION, KVGB-AM – Thursdays at 11:05 a.m. Levi Morris, County Attorney, is scheduled for April 22, 2021.

V. OTHER BUSINESS: A. Discussion Items. B. Citizens or organizations may present requests or proposals for initial consideration. C. The Commissioners are available to the Public on Mondays during regular business hours. D. One or more Commissioners may be present in the Commission Chambers conducting county business throughout the day on Mondays. E. The Commissioners may, individually, schedule personal appointments related to County business at their discretion. F. The next Regular Meeting will be at 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 26, 2021.

The Commission meeting will be live-streamed through Microsoft Teams. Citizens may view the meeting through their own sign in or by signing in “anonymously”. Please follow this link: https://bit.ly/2LPOSYp. If you wish to participate in the discussion of any item, please call (620) 793-1800 for instructions.BOARD OF BARTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Agenda Meeting April 19, 2021 9:00 a.m. Until CloseI. OPENING BUSINESS: A. Call Meeting to Order. B. Roll Call taken by County Clerk. C. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. D. Consider Approval of the Agenda. E. Minutes of the April 12, 2021, Regular Meeting are not available. F. Any citizen wishing to make statements during the discussion of any item must first be recognized by the Commission Chair. After being recognized, that person should state their name and the name of any organization represented. Statements should be limited to five minutes. G. Cell phones and other electronic devices, other than those used by the media and law enforcement, should be shut off.II. OLD BUSINESS - Items tabled, or scheduled, from previous Commission Meetings, will be heard at this time -There is no Old Business at this timeIII. NEW BUSINESS - All new business to be considered by the Commission will be heard at this time. A. COUNTY CLERK / ELECTION OFFICE: Purchase of Voting Equipment: -The current electronic poll pads have reached end-of-life. These poll pads are used at the voting precincts and in the Clerk’s Office to process voters for voting. ES&amp;S Election Systems &amp; Software has a poll pad product that integrates with the ES&amp;S electronic voting equipment and ES&amp;S ELVIS Voter Registration database. Fifteen additional ExpressVote ballot marking devices are also quoted. The additional equipment should help to expedite lines of voters on Election Day. The cost for all equipment includes installation, training and 1 year warranty. It is anticipated this expenditure may be reclassified to American Rescue Plan Act monies. Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk, will present details.B. PROCLAMATION 2021-08: National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: -In recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the County Attorney’s Office has requested that the Commission adopt Proclamation 2021-08. The week of April 18 – 24, 2021, has been selected to reaffirm the County’s commitment to respect and enforce victims’ rights and address their needs during Crime Victims’ Rights Week and throughout the year. Camila Komarek, Victim Advocate, will provide details.C. CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS: Fiscal Year 2022 Comprehensive Plan Submission: -The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) requires submitting a Comprehensive Plan (grant application) each year. This document requires the review and approval of the Barton County Commissioners, as the Administrative County for the District to which the plan pertains. The plan includes a funding request of $510,344.14 for program operations and $55,350.00 for Behavioral Health. Amy Boxberger, CKCC Director, will provide details.D. JUVENILE SERVICES: 2022 Budget Approval: -The Juvenile Services Department requests approval of the 2022 Fiscal Budget as prepared by Marissa Woodmansee, Juvenile Services Director. The budget has been prepared based on figures provided by the Kansas Department of Corrections - Juvenile Services. The budget includes $635,847.82 for Juvenile Services, $160,391.19 for evidence-based programs and $128,313.00 in reinvestment funds. Ms. Woodmansee will provide details. E. COVID UPDATE: -Karen Winkelman, Health Director, will provide the Commission with an update on COVID-19 and Health Department Operations.IV. ENDING BUSINESS – After new items are heard by the Commission, the following items, including announcements, will be heard.A. ANNOUNCEMENTS: -Following the close of the Agenda Meeting, the Commission will consider the authorization of personnel changes for classified positions, sign any documentation approved during the agenda meeting or sign any other documentation required for regular County business. Similar action may take place throughout the day.B. APPOINTMENTS: Although subject to change, the following appointments have been scheduled: 10:00 a.m. or following the close of the Agenda Meeting – Tech Fund Information – Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk; Jim Jordan, County Treasurer; and Pam Wornkey, Register of Deeds. 10:30 a.m. – Malwarebytes Antivirus Software Bids – Derreck Hollingshead, Information Technology Director. 10:45 a.m. – Financial Update – Matt Patzner, Financial Officer. 11:00 a.m. – Regular Business Discussion – Phil Hathcock, County Administrator, and Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk.THE COUNTY EDITION, KVGB-AM – Thursdays at 11:05 a.m. Levi Morris, County Attorney, is scheduled for April 22, 2021. V. OTHER BUSINESS: A. Discussion Items. B. Citizens or organizations may present requests or proposals for initial consideration. C. The Commissioners are available to the Public on Mondays during regular business hours. D. One or more Commissioners may be present in the Commission Chambers conducting county business throughout the day on Mondays. E. The Commissioners may, individually, schedule personal appointments related to County business at their discretion. F. The next Regular Meeting will be at 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 26, 2021.VI. ADJOURN.

Barton County Commission meeting agenda (4/19)

By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend Post Participants in this year's Barton County Walk Kansas program were treated to a Pep Rally at Jack Kilby Square on Wednesday. To celebrate their success so far, they received a box lunch and took part in a drawing for door prizes.

The Walk Kansas program is sponsored by the Cottonwood District of the K-State Research and Extension Office.  

Donna Krug, District Director, said that people aren't actually walking across the state of Kansas. She says they are doing a number of activities that count toward a specific goal. 

"It's really not just walking," Krug explained. "It's whatever they enjoy doing. It could include gardening or bike riding or swimming. Anytime they do 15 minutes of exercise, that is logged into their weekly log, and that is considered to be one mile." 

The program began on March 28th and runs for eight weeks.  If they stick with the plan, a team of six participants will collectively be able to log 423 miles, the distance across Kansas.  Each participant is expected to exercise 30 minutes a day, five days a week. 

In the past, "Walk Kansas" has been a team event. But Krug says this year the program has also been open to individuals.  

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 </figure>By KEN CARPENTER Great Bend Post Participants in this year's Barton County Walk Kansas program were treated to a Pep Rally at Jack Kilby Square on Wednesday. To celebrate their success so far, they received a box lunch and took part in a drawing for door prizes. The Walk Kansas program is sponsored by the Cottonwood District of the K-State Research and Extension Office. Donna Krug, District Director, said that people aren't actually walking across the state of Kansas. She says they are doing a number of activities that count toward a specific goal. "It's really not just walking," Krug explained. "It's whatever they enjoy doing. It could include gardening or bike riding or swimming. Anytime they do 15 minutes of exercise, that is logged into their weekly log, and that is considered to be one mile." The program began on March 28th and runs for eight weeks. If they stick with the plan, a team of six participants will collectively be able to log 423 miles, the distance across Kansas. Each participant is expected to exercise 30 minutes a day, five days a week. In the past, "Walk Kansas" has been a team event. But Krug says this year the program has also been open to individuals.

Miles are adding up for Walk Kansas participants

It’s a two-minute recap of the headlines that broke this past week in the Golden Belt.

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Eagle Radio's News Week in Review

At April’s USD 428 Board of Education meeting, the school board not only
approved the hire of their new social studies teacher at Great Bend High
School, but also the next boys basketball coach for the Panthers. 
Kyle Kriegh was named the new coach at GBHS to replace Tim Brooks. Brooks
retired following the 2020-2021 season after coaching the Panthers the past
five years. 
Kriegh spent the previous three years as the coach at Kingman High School,
guiding the Eagles to a 28-34 record. 
Great Bend High School Activities Director David Meter says they spent time
following Brooks’ announcement to make the right decision. 
"The basketball coach is a high-profile job," said Meter. "Exposure is there with civic groups and radio shows. You want someone that is going to sell the program and our athletic department." 
Meter reached out to a few individuals, including Kriegh, to gauge their
interest in the opening.

Kriegh previously coached the Ellinwood High School
girls and applied for the Great Bend coaching position when the district hired
Brooks five years ago. Kriegh returns to Great Bend after serving as the Great
Bend Middle School boys basketball coach prior to his time at Kingman. 
"He is a people-person," said Meter. "He'll connect with the other coaches. He has learned a lot more about basketball and what works and what doesn't." 
Kriegh was one of three individuals the district interviewed for the position. The
school board also approved the hiring of Kriegh’s wife Maggie as a special
education teacher at Jefferson Elementary School.

"Kriegh was attending Salina South High School when my son was going through high school in Great Bend," said Meter. "They competed against each other, so he is familiar with Great Bend and the Western Athletic Conference." 
Brooks posted a 38-59 record in his time as the Panther head coach and went 4-15
this past season.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostAt April’s USD 428 Board of Education meeting, the school board not only
approved the hire of their new social studies teacher at Great Bend High
School, but also the next boys basketball coach for the Panthers. 
Kyle Kriegh was named the new coach at GBHS to replace Tim Brooks. Brooks
retired following the 2020-2021 season after coaching the Panthers the past
five years. 
Kriegh spent the previous three years as the coach at Kingman High School,
guiding the Eagles to a 28-34 record. 
Great Bend High School Activities Director David Meter says they spent time
following Brooks’ announcement to make the right decision. 
"The basketball coach is a high-profile job," said Meter. "Exposure is there with civic groups and radio shows. You want someone that is going to sell the program and our athletic department." 
Meter reached out to a few individuals, including Kriegh, to gauge their
interest in the opening. Kriegh previously coached the Ellinwood High School
girls and applied for the Great Bend coaching position when the district hired
Brooks five years ago. Kriegh returns to Great Bend after serving as the Great
Bend Middle School boys basketball coach prior to his time at Kingman. 
"He is a people-person," said Meter. "He'll connect with the other coaches. He has learned a lot more about basketball and what works and what doesn't." 
Kriegh was one of three individuals the district interviewed for the position. The
school board also approved the hiring of Kriegh’s wife Maggie as a special
education teacher at Jefferson Elementary School. "Kriegh was attending Salina South High School when my son was going through high school in Great Bend," said Meter. "They competed against each other, so he is familiar with Great Bend and the Western Athletic Conference." 
Brooks posted a 38-59 record in his time as the Panther head coach and went 4-15
this past season.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Kriegh returns to Great Bend as Panther boys basketball coach

Sun 4/1812:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Toronto Blue Jays @ Kansas City5:00PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - MLB Baseball - Atlanta Braves @ Chicago CubsMon 4/196:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas CityTue 4/206:00PM B104 - High School Baseball - Great Bend @ Dodge City6:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas CityWed 4/216:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas CityThur 4/224:00PM B104 - High School Softball - Great Bend @ HaysFri 4/235:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Detroit TigersSat 4/2411:30AM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Detroit Tigers7:00PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - NBA - Los Angeles Lakers @ Dallas MavericksSun 4/2511:30AM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Detroit Tigers5:00PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - MLB Baseball - San Diego Padres @ Los Angeles LakersMon 4/2611:30AM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Detroit TigersTue 4/274:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Pittsburgh PiratesWed 4/284:30PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - Royals Baseball - Kansas City @ Pittsburgh PiratesThur 4/294:00PM B104 - High School Softball - Great Bend @ Garden City6:00PM 1590/95.5 KVGB - NFL Draft - Round 1

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals traded outfielder Nick Heath, who had been designated for assignment earlier in the week, to the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league pitcher Eduardo Herrera on Saturday.

The 27-year-old Heath, a speedster with a spotty bat, has been on the fringe of making the Royals’ major league club the past several years. He finally made his debut last year, appearing in 15 games in the shortened season for Kansas City.

With a glut of outfielders, though, the Royals decided to trade Heath for some additional bullpen depth.

The 21-year-old Herrera signed with Arizona as an international free agent in 2016. He began his career as a catcher and infielder but converted to pitching two years ago with promising results. He has yet to move beyond Class A.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals traded outfielder Nick Heath, who had been designated for assignment earlier in the week, to the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league pitcher Eduardo Herrera on Saturday.The 27-year-old Heath, a speedster with a spotty bat, has been on the fringe of making the Royals’ major league club the past several years. He finally made his debut last year, appearing in 15 games in the shortened season for Kansas City.With a glut of outfielders, though, the Royals decided to trade Heath for some additional bullpen depth.The 21-year-old Herrera signed with Arizona as an international free agent in 2016. He began his career as a catcher and infielder but converted to pitching two years ago with promising results. He has yet to move beyond Class A.

Royals trade Heath to D-Backs for minor league pitcher

A cold windy day at the Barton Sports Complex left the Barton soccer teams with warm feelings Saturday as both the men and women picked up home victories over Johnson County.

The 20th ranked Barton men shutout the Cavaliers 7-0 to improve to 5-1 overall and 3-1 in league play.

The Lady Cougars remained unbeaten with a hard fought 3-2 victory to improve to 5-0-1 and 4-0-1 in league play.

Both the men and women head to Garden City Monday. The women play first at 2 pm with the men to follow at 4 pm.

A cold windy day at the Barton Sports Complex left the Barton soccer teams with warm feelings Saturday as both the men and women picked up home victories over Johnson County.The 20th ranked Barton men shutout the Cavaliers 7-0 to improve to 5-1 overall and 3-1 in league play.The Lady Cougars remained unbeaten with a hard fought 3-2 victory to improve to 5-0-1 and 4-0-1 in league play.Both the men and women head to Garden City Monday. The women play first at 2 pm with the men to follow at 4 pm.

Barton Soccer sweeps Johnson County

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Yadier Molina hit two home runs, doubled and drove in four, and Nolan Arenado and Paul DeJong also homered in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 9-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. St. Louis won for just the second time in the last seven contests while finding offense that has been missing in the defeats. The Cardinals averaged 2.6 runs in their last five losses. Rhys Hoskins had three hits and Alec Bohm drove in two for the Phillies, who played without Bryce Harper. The Phillies star outfielder sat out after waking up Saturday with tightness in his lower back.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays got wildly different yet equally effective pitching performances in splitting their day-night doubleheader on Saturday. In the opener, Steven Matz held the Royals without a hit into the sixth inning in pitching Toronto to a 5-1 victory. In Game 2, the Royals followed spot-starter Ervin Santana with four relief pitchers before Salvador Perez’s two-out, walk-off homer gave them a 3-2 win.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals traded outfielder Nick Heath, who had been designated for assignment earlier in the week, to the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league pitcher Eduardo Herrera on Saturday. The 27-year-old Heath made his big league debut last year, appearing in 15 games in the shortened season for Kansas City. The 21-year-old Herrera signed with Arizona as an international free agent in 2016. He began his career as a catcher and infielder but converted to pitching two years ago with promising results but has yet to move beyond Class A.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson has made his IndyCar debut with a slow but steady first practice session. The seven-time NASCAR champion turned 22 laps in the first IndyCar practice of the season this morning. He was slowest of the 24-car field but was thrilled with the experience, calling it “amazing.” Johnson will be a 45-year-old rookie when he takes the green flag tomorrow at Barber Motorsports Park, a picturesque permanent road course located roughly 40 minutes from Talladega Superspeedway, where Johnson won twice in his storied NASCAR career.

Minnesota	at	L-A Angels	9:07 p.m.	(Postponed)

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 </figure>PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Yadier Molina hit two home runs, doubled and drove in four, and Nolan Arenado and Paul DeJong also homered in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 9-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. St. Louis won for just the second time in the last seven contests while finding offense that has been missing in the defeats. The Cardinals averaged 2.6 runs in their last five losses. Rhys Hoskins had three hits and Alec Bohm drove in two for the Phillies, who played without Bryce Harper. The Phillies star outfielder sat out after waking up Saturday with tightness in his lower back.KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays got wildly different yet equally effective pitching performances in splitting their day-night doubleheader on Saturday. In the opener, Steven Matz held the Royals without a hit into the sixth inning in pitching Toronto to a 5-1 victory. In Game 2, the Royals followed spot-starter Ervin Santana with four relief pitchers before Salvador Perez’s two-out, walk-off homer gave them a 3-2 win.KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals traded outfielder Nick Heath, who had been designated for assignment earlier in the week, to the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league pitcher Eduardo Herrera on Saturday. The 27-year-old Heath made his big league debut last year, appearing in 15 games in the shortened season for Kansas City. The 21-year-old Herrera signed with Arizona as an international free agent in 2016. He began his career as a catcher and infielder but converted to pitching two years ago with promising results but has yet to move beyond Class A.BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson has made his IndyCar debut with a slow but steady first practice session. The seven-time NASCAR champion turned 22 laps in the first IndyCar practice of the season this morning. He was slowest of the 24-car field but was thrilled with the experience, calling it “amazing.” Johnson will be a 45-year-old rookie when he takes the green flag tomorrow at Barber Motorsports Park, a picturesque permanent road course located roughly 40 minutes from Talladega Superspeedway, where Johnson won twice in his storied NASCAR career.SATURDAY SCORESINTERLEAGUEFinal	Cincinnati	3	Cleveland	2	AMERICAN LEAGUEMinnesota	at	L-A Angels	9:07 p.m.	(Postponed)Final	Toronto	5	Kansas City	1	Final	Tampa Bay	6	N.Y. Yankees	3	Final	Oakland	7	Detroit	0	Final	Boston	7	Chicago White Sox	4	Final	Kansas City	3	Toronto	2	Final	Baltimore	6	Texas	1	Final	Houston	1	Seattle	0	NATIONAL LEAGUEFinal	Washington	6	Arizona	2	Final	Chicago Cubs	13	Atlanta	4	Final	N.Y. Mets	4	Colorado	3	Final	St. Louis	9	Philadelphia	4	Final	Milwaukee	7	Pittsburgh	1	Final	Miami	7	San Francisco	6	Final	Colorado	7	N.Y. Mets	2	Final	L.A. Dodgers	2	San Diego	0	NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONFinal OT	L.A. Lakers	127	Utah	115	Final	Chicago	106	Cleveland	96	Final	Washington	121	Detroit	100	Final	Boston	119	Golden State	114	Final	Memphis	128	Milwaukee	115	Final	San Antonio	111	Phoenix	85

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays got wildly different yet equally effective pitching performances in splitting their day-night doubleheader on Saturday.

In the opener, starter Steven Matz held the Royals without a hit into the sixth inning, and Jonathan Davis and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered to give the Blue Jays a 5-1 victory. In the nightcap, the Royals followed veteran Ervin Santana’s spot start with four relief pitchers before Salvador Perez’s two-out, walk-off homer gave them a 3-2 win.

Greg Holland (2-1) was the last of the relievers in Game 2 for Kansas City, working around an error in the seventh inning to keep the game tied 2-all. Joel Payamps (0-1) then retired Whit Merrifield and Andrew Benintendi in the bottom half before Perez sent a pitch splashing into the left-field fountains to earn the doubleheader split.

“He never ceases to amaze us with what he does,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said. “I think he was tired of waiting around for someone to get on base,”

Or maybe he was just ready to go home after Friday’s rainout forced them to play a doubleheader.

The afternoon began with Matz (3-0) allowing just a pair of walks before Nicky Lopez’s blooper with one out in the sixth inning. He gave up Benintendi’s two-out double later in the inning for the only other blemish on an otherwise excellent outing — six innings, five strikeouts and just five balls that left the infield.

“It’s fun to get in a groove early in the season, especially when you have a lineup like this,” said Matz, who struggled with injuries throughout his six seasons with the Mets. “Get a little better every time out. That’s the goal going forward.”

Other than a shaky first, the Royals’ Mike Minor matched Matz pitch for pitch most of the way.

Minor (1-1) retired his first two batters before Guerrero and Randal Grichuk hit back-to-back singles and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. drilled a two-run double off the wall. That was all the runs until Davis hit his first homer, a drive off the left-field foul pole leading off the fifth. Guerrero tagged his second homer of the series leading off the sixth.

“Always looking for the first one,” Davis said, “and now I can breath a little bit.”

Even if Matz didn’t allow a hit all game, his sterling start wouldn’t have been an official no-hitter because teams or pitchers must play at least nine innings to qualify. The decision to shorten doubleheader games to seven innings apiece for the 2021 season means Matz and the Blue Jays would have needed at least two extra innings for it to count.

The only no-hitter in Blue Jays history is Dave Stieb’s 3-0 win over the Indians on Sept. 2, 1990.

“We ran into a good start today. Matz was throwing the ball well,” Matheny said. “He had good late movement — you could tell the guys weren’t seeing the late movement. Really baring in, using the back door.”

The second game was tied 2-all in the fourth inning, turning it into a chess match between bullpens. The Blue Jays’ finally cracked when Payamps, their fourth reliever after spot-starter Tommy Milone, served up Perez’s game-ending homer.

“We knew we had well-rested arms in the bullpen ready for leverage,” Matheny said. “I thought everybody did a nice job coming through. That’s a tough one. All of them did a fantastic job of keeping us right there with a good offense.”

Royals 1B Carlos Santana drew his 1,000th walk leading off the seventh inning of the opener, joining Albert Pujols, Joey Votto and Miguel Cabrera as the only active players in the club.

“Happy. Happy and blessed,” Santana said. “It’s another point in my career.”

Well-traveled Ervin Santana made his first big league appearance since April 24, 2019, with the White Sox at Baltimore, and he made his first start for Kansas City since Sept. 25, 2013 — the 2,761 days between games are the fourth-longest in franchise history. Santana also became the fourth-oldest starter in club history at 38 years, 126 days.

Blue Jays: OF George Springer (quadriceps and oblique) is doing some light running and will begin taking batting practice, but manager Charlie Montoyo said there is still no timeframe for his return.

The Royals traded OF Nick Heath to the Diamondbacks for minor league RHP Eduardo Herrera. Heath had been designated for assignment earlier in the week. The 21-year-old Herrera has yet to pitch above Class A as a professional.

The Blue Jays send LHP Robbie Ray (0-1, 3.60 ERA) to the mound against Royals RHP Brady Singer (0-2, 6.48) in the series finale Sunday. Ray and Singer were supposed to pitch Saturday before rain Friday forced the doubleheader.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays got wildly different yet equally effective pitching performances in splitting their day-night doubleheader on Saturday.In the opener, starter Steven Matz held the Royals without a hit into the sixth inning, and Jonathan Davis and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered to give the Blue Jays a 5-1 victory. In the nightcap, the Royals followed veteran Ervin Santana’s spot start with four relief pitchers before Salvador Perez’s two-out, walk-off homer gave them a 3-2 win.Greg Holland (2-1) was the last of the relievers in Game 2 for Kansas City, working around an error in the seventh inning to keep the game tied 2-all. Joel Payamps (0-1) then retired Whit Merrifield and Andrew Benintendi in the bottom half before Perez sent a pitch splashing into the left-field fountains to earn the doubleheader split.“He never ceases to amaze us with what he does,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said. “I think he was tired of waiting around for someone to get on base,”Or maybe he was just ready to go home after Friday’s rainout forced them to play a doubleheader.The afternoon began with Matz (3-0) allowing just a pair of walks before Nicky Lopez’s blooper with one out in the sixth inning. He gave up Benintendi’s two-out double later in the inning for the only other blemish on an otherwise excellent outing — six innings, five strikeouts and just five balls that left the infield.“It’s fun to get in a groove early in the season, especially when you have a lineup like this,” said Matz, who struggled with injuries throughout his six seasons with the Mets. “Get a little better every time out. That’s the goal going forward.”Other than a shaky first, the Royals’ Mike Minor matched Matz pitch for pitch most of the way.Minor (1-1) retired his first two batters before Guerrero and Randal Grichuk hit back-to-back singles and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. drilled a two-run double off the wall. That was all the runs until Davis hit his first homer, a drive off the left-field foul pole leading off the fifth. Guerrero tagged his second homer of the series leading off the sixth.“Always looking for the first one,” Davis said, “and now I can breath a little bit.”Even if Matz didn’t allow a hit all game, his sterling start wouldn’t have been an official no-hitter because teams or pitchers must play at least nine innings to qualify. The decision to shorten doubleheader games to seven innings apiece for the 2021 season means Matz and the Blue Jays would have needed at least two extra innings for it to count.The only no-hitter in Blue Jays history is Dave Stieb’s 3-0 win over the Indians on Sept. 2, 1990.“We ran into a good start today. Matz was throwing the ball well,” Matheny said. “He had good late movement — you could tell the guys weren’t seeing the late movement. Really baring in, using the back door.”The second game was tied 2-all in the fourth inning, turning it into a chess match between bullpens. The Blue Jays’ finally cracked when Payamps, their fourth reliever after spot-starter Tommy Milone, served up Perez’s game-ending homer.“We knew we had well-rested arms in the bullpen ready for leverage,” Matheny said. “I thought everybody did a nice job coming through. That’s a tough one. All of them did a fantastic job of keeping us right there with a good offense.”WALK THIS WAYRoyals 1B Carlos Santana drew his 1,000th walk leading off the seventh inning of the opener, joining Albert Pujols, Joey Votto and Miguel Cabrera as the only active players in the club.“Happy. Happy and blessed,” Santana said. “It’s another point in my career.”THE OTHER SANTANAWell-traveled Ervin Santana made his first big league appearance since April 24, 2019, with the White Sox at Baltimore, and he made his first start for Kansas City since Sept. 25, 2013 — the 2,761 days between games are the fourth-longest in franchise history. Santana also became the fourth-oldest starter in club history at 38 years, 126 days.TRAINER’S ROOMBlue Jays: OF George Springer (quadriceps and oblique) is doing some light running and will begin taking batting practice, but manager Charlie Montoyo said there is still no timeframe for his return.TRADE WINDSThe Royals traded OF Nick Heath to the Diamondbacks for minor league RHP Eduardo Herrera. Heath had been designated for assignment earlier in the week. The 21-year-old Herrera has yet to pitch above Class A as a professional.UP NEXTThe Blue Jays send LHP Robbie Ray (0-1, 3.60 ERA) to the mound against Royals RHP Brady Singer (0-2, 6.48) in the series finale Sunday. Ray and Singer were supposed to pitch Saturday before rain Friday forced the doubleheader.

Royals earn doubleheader split with Jays on Perez’s walk-off

After having their six game winning streak broken with in a 9-8 loss in game one, the Barton Lady Cougar softball team responded by knocking off the Blue Dragons 8-7 in game two of a Jayhawk Conference double header Saturday at Cougar Field.

Barton is now 12-20 overall and 8-10 in the Jayhawk West while Hutchinson is now 21-13 at 11-7 in league play.

Barton is right back in action Sunday as they play at Dodge City in a double header that begins at 2 pm.

After having their six game winning streak broken with in a 9-8 loss in game one, the Barton Lady Cougar softball team responded by knocking off the Blue Dragons 8-7 in game two of a Jayhawk Conference double header Saturday at Cougar Field.Barton is now 12-20 overall and 8-10 in the Jayhawk West while Hutchinson is now 21-13 at 11-7 in league play.Barton is right back in action Sunday as they play at Dodge City in a double header that begins at 2 pm.

Barton earns split with Hutchinson

LAWRENCE, Kan. – Guard Joseph Yesufu has signed a financial aid agreement to play basketball at Kansas, KU head coach Bill Self announced Wednesday. Yesufu is a transfer from Drake and will be eligible for three seasons at Kansas.

Yesufu (6-foot, 180 pounds) is an explosive guard with great range and speed. He averaged 12.8 points per game this past season for Drake and was even more impressive down the stretch averaging 23.2 points during the final nine games of the year. The Bolingbrook, Illinois, native scored 30-points twice against Evansville, including a career-high 36 on Feb. 22.

“Joseph is an explosive, dynamic scoring guard that will allow us to play an up-tempo, aggressive style on both ends of the floor,” Self said. “He ended last season playing at a high level, including winning an NCAA tournament game and propelling Drake to a great season.”

Yesufu started the last seven games of the 2020-21 season, including four post-season contests, and was the 2021 Missouri Valley Conference Sixth Man of the Year and was chosen to the league’s all-bench and most improved teams. He was also named to the 2021 MVC All-Tournament and was a league scholar athlete. Drake finished 26-5 in 2020-21.

Yesufu is the third KU spring signee for 2021 along with forwards Cam Martin and Sydney Curry. The trio join forwards KJ Adams from Austin, Texas, and Zach Clemence from San Antonio, who signed with Kansas in November 2020.

KJ Adams (Fr., 6-7, 200, F, Austin, Texas, Westlake HS)

Zach Clemence (Fr., 6-10, 215, F, San Antonio, Texas, Sunrise Christian Academy [Kan.])

Sydney Curry (Jr., 6-8, 260, F, Fort Wayne, Ind., Northrop HS, John A. Logan College)

Cam Martin (Sr., 6-9, 240, F, Yukon, Okla., Yukon HS, Missouri Southern)

Joseph Yesufu (6-0, 180, G, Bolingbrook, Ill., Bolingbrook HS, Drake)

LAWRENCE, Kan. – Guard Joseph Yesufu has signed a financial aid agreement to play basketball at Kansas, KU head coach Bill Self announced Wednesday. Yesufu is a transfer from Drake and will be eligible for three seasons at Kansas.Yesufu (6-foot, 180 pounds) is an explosive guard with great range and speed. He averaged 12.8 points per game this past season for Drake and was even more impressive down the stretch averaging 23.2 points during the final nine games of the year. The Bolingbrook, Illinois, native scored 30-points twice against Evansville, including a career-high 36 on Feb. 22.“Joseph is an explosive, dynamic scoring guard that will allow us to play an up-tempo, aggressive style on both ends of the floor,” Self said. “He ended last season playing at a high level, including winning an NCAA tournament game and propelling Drake to a great season.”Yesufu started the last seven games of the 2020-21 season, including four post-season contests, and was the 2021 Missouri Valley Conference Sixth Man of the Year and was chosen to the league’s all-bench and most improved teams. He was also named to the 2021 MVC All-Tournament and was a league scholar athlete. Drake finished 26-5 in 2020-21.Yesufu is the third KU spring signee for 2021 along with forwards Cam Martin and Sydney Curry. The trio join forwards KJ Adams from Austin, Texas, and Zach Clemence from San Antonio, who signed with Kansas in November 2020.Kansas Men’s Basketball SigneesKJ Adams (Fr., 6-7, 200, F, Austin, Texas, Westlake HS)Zach Clemence (Fr., 6-10, 215, F, San Antonio, Texas, Sunrise Christian Academy [Kan.])Sydney Curry (Jr., 6-8, 260, F, Fort Wayne, Ind., Northrop HS, John A. Logan College)Cam Martin (Sr., 6-9, 240, F, Yukon, Okla., Yukon HS, Missouri Southern)Joseph Yesufu (6-0, 180, G, Bolingbrook, Ill., Bolingbrook HS, Drake)Kansas Athletics

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