Find out more about the grant program through the linked story below. <a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/668074a0-0d20-478e-943c-f3f2a49f5851">Facade improvement grants coming to an end in Barton County</a>

Find out more about the grant program through the linked story below. <a href="https://greatbendpost.com/posts/668074a0-0d20-478e-943c-f3f2a49f5851">Facade improvement grants coming to an end in Barton County</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659979719954.jpeg" alt="Dry Lake Brewing, 1305 Main Street in Great Bend, received improvements to its exterior with help from the facade improvement grant program through Barton County." />
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Before & After: Great Bend downtown facade improvement

BUNKER HILL –&nbsp;The Russell County Area Community Foundation has awarded Smoky Hills PBS a grant for $1,000.&nbsp;

The grant awarded will support the Smoky Hills PBS’ literacy leadership initiative in Russell County and will support the following:&nbsp;

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Book distribution program that will provide books to children in Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Russell County

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Children’s programming on Smoky Hills PBS

The Smoky Hills PBS Book Distribution program provides books each year to Head Start and&nbsp;other early education programs across central and western Kansas through the funding of many foundation partners throughout Kansas. Encouraging a love of reading at a young age is an important aspect of educational development and that serves as the basis of why Smoky Hills PBS provides its book distribution program each year.

The second component of the SHPBS Literacy Leadership Program is children’s programming on Smoky Hills PBS (PBS KIDS).&nbsp; The funds received from the Russell County Area Community Foundation will also go to support 10 hours of safe, non-violent, educational children’s programming every weekday on SHPBS.&nbsp; Parents can be assured that when their kids are watching PBS KIDS, they are learning.

Since 2001, Russell County Area Community Foundation has built stronger communities and helped donors make a difference through charitable giving in Russell County.&nbsp; Each year, the foundation distributes thousands of dollars back to our region through community grants.

Smoky Hills PBS serves 71 counties in central and western Kansas.

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 </figure>Smoky Hills PBSBUNKER HILL –&nbsp;The Russell County Area Community Foundation has awarded Smoky Hills PBS a grant for $1,000.&nbsp;The grant awarded will support the Smoky Hills PBS’ literacy leadership initiative in Russell County and will support the following:&nbsp;·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Book distribution program that will provide books to children in Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Russell County·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Children’s programming on Smoky Hills PBSThe Smoky Hills PBS Book Distribution program provides books each year to Head Start and&nbsp;other early education programs across central and western Kansas through the funding of many foundation partners throughout Kansas. Encouraging a love of reading at a young age is an important aspect of educational development and that serves as the basis of why Smoky Hills PBS provides its book distribution program each year.The second component of the SHPBS Literacy Leadership Program is children’s programming on Smoky Hills PBS (PBS KIDS).&nbsp; The funds received from the Russell County Area Community Foundation will also go to support 10 hours of safe, non-violent, educational children’s programming every weekday on SHPBS.&nbsp; Parents can be assured that when their kids are watching PBS KIDS, they are learning.Since 2001, Russell County Area Community Foundation has built stronger communities and helped donors make a difference through charitable giving in Russell County.&nbsp; Each year, the foundation distributes thousands of dollars back to our region through community grants.Smoky Hills PBS serves 71 counties in central and western Kansas.

Russell Co. Area Community Foundation gives grant to Smoky Hills PBS

Six Fort Hays State University alumni will be honored on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at the Alumni and Friends Awards Banquet during Homecoming. For details on how you can help celebrate these award winners during FHSU’s Homecoming, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJCxLW743nRNf7b0z4mWX9q-2BfpwKCkDXVQQiuEVjJxMLHuZBe_-2BCRF-2BJtV2-2F17QYmGOIw5uPGMV9jh81EI2Jy8QpRPJ2XzYwIZ5vwLyd5HN3Eo3-2F4P1Ap8fn0t39eC1GIEQ1Ow4jU8iZkhCNmQEuMIByI3oKcFq-2FNrFhOVB9x-2FlxArKZHxMZVsQju5sK3gbCggoRHiSxV4NwjHHBDJOogc-2FYOTgrskVfob3xCUX8DudowCUf9EtyFm00-2FC-2Fqp72owe9rQ94PMqDAMrZuuri3BXLM0ePloTYVipMkOK-2F29o-2FGChjYOX7d6UZw5rMUad8sutEru3RTVRSPpZ8tMdSqElh0JXStzyAhd2DUZrnANiLrDvtIFhHFRQ5Yk2SXo9JaQav8PycybLR8Z11E1DsMQBvYsfYGjFsz3iLBMruzSpyO-2FE-2FdF-2FyiFmx6MEZD7x9xMsI8Oo3Q-3D-3D" target="_blank">www.FHSUHomecoming.com</a>.

Four Alumni Achievement Award recipients will be recognized: John L. Allen ’89, Rome, Italy; Dr. Judith Billings ’65, Kearney, Nebraska; Mike McCarthy ’89, Frisco, Texas.; and &nbsp;Donald J. Richardson ’67, Phoenix, Arizona.

The Alumni Achievement Award, the association’s highest recognition, was established in 1959 to recognize graduates of the university for outstanding achievement based on meritorious service to society or the community. The award is based upon career and personal achievements, service involving community betterment and philanthropic activities, and educational achievements.

Young Alumni Award recipients include Tory Marie (Arnberger) Blew ’16, Great Bend, and Brandon Penny ’13, New York.

The Young Alumni Award was designed to recognize graduates early in their careers who have had outstanding achievements and recent accomplishments. The award is based on professional and educational achievements, community activities, honors and awards received, and other noteworthy items of merit since graduation. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from FHSU within 15 years of the current award year and be under the age of 40 as of Jan. 1, the year the awards are presented.

Selecting the homecoming awardees is a challenging task, as Fort Hays State has so many outstanding graduates and friends who deserve to be recognized. This year’s recipients stood out as creative, inspiring, and hardworking leaders in their respective communities, said Carolyn Tatro, alumni engagement strategist for the FHSU Alumni Association. “We are incredibly proud to honor their successes and to share their stories this year. We hope that the public will take the opportunity to get to know these great Tigers as we celebrate them during Homecoming 2022.”

Tory Marie (Arnberger) Blew, a Great Bend native, exemplifies how a degree from Fort Hays State University can shape one’s life. During her time at FHSU, Blew was a member of numerous on-campus organizations such as Delta Zeta and the Student Government Association. She was a VIP ambassador for the Office of the President and served as an orientation leader for over two years.

Blew also served as an intern for the Kansas Department for Children and Families in Topeka, where she performed various tasks to assist the Governor’s Internship Program and attended child support dockets to learn the legal aspects of the agency. Additionally, Blew is a graduate of the 2018 class of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Excellence series and graduated from Kansas Emerging Leaders in 2021.

Her involvement on the Fort Hays State campus evolved into an interest in local politics. At age 23 and in her senior year of college, Blew ran for a seat in the 112th&nbsp;district in the Kansas House of Representatives and won.

Since, Blew received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education, became a teacher, and is a DECA (formerly, Distributive Education Clubs of America) advisor in a rural school district. She was the youngest Kansas legislator from 2017-20. For the 2021-22 legislative session, Blew was assigned to the house federal and state affairs committee, where she served as vice-chair. She also served on the general government budget and health and human services committees.

In 2022, Blew sponsored 10 bills and was elected as house majority whip. Blew recently filed for re-election and is running unchallenged in her district. Her current term ends Jan. 8, 2023. When Blew filed for re-election in District 112, she said, “Before going away for college, I always knew I’d return to my hometown. I love this community and cherish the relationships I have with my constituents – and I will continue to fight for issues important to our district throughout my next term.”

She remains committed to being a vocal advocate for second amendment gun rights, mental health, and limited government.

Blew maintains a close relationship with her “legislative mom,” 105th&nbsp;district representative Brenda Landwehr. Landwehr describes Blew as “a bright spot. Always upbeat. She works hard, and she’s fun.”

“She always looks for solutions. She’s not afraid to ask questions, and she’s always willing to learn,” Landwehr added.

“Blew is thoughtful in her connections and mentorships and wants everyone around her to succeed and will help people do that.”

Blew resides in her hometown of Great Bend and serves as a board member for the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development while working full-time as a human resources director for Pryor Automatic Fire and Sprinkler. She also works as the recruitment and philanthropy advisor for her local Delta Zeta sorority chapter.

When she isn’t working on her many professional endeavors, Blew can be found cooking, on the golf course, or with her husband, Justin, remodeling their first home.

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 </figure>Six Fort Hays State University alumni will be honored on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at the Alumni and Friends Awards Banquet during Homecoming. For details on how you can help celebrate these award winners during FHSU’s Homecoming, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJCxLW743nRNf7b0z4mWX9q-2BfpwKCkDXVQQiuEVjJxMLHuZBe_-2BCRF-2BJtV2-2F17QYmGOIw5uPGMV9jh81EI2Jy8QpRPJ2XzYwIZ5vwLyd5HN3Eo3-2F4P1Ap8fn0t39eC1GIEQ1Ow4jU8iZkhCNmQEuMIByI3oKcFq-2FNrFhOVB9x-2FlxArKZHxMZVsQju5sK3gbCggoRHiSxV4NwjHHBDJOogc-2FYOTgrskVfob3xCUX8DudowCUf9EtyFm00-2FC-2Fqp72owe9rQ94PMqDAMrZuuri3BXLM0ePloTYVipMkOK-2F29o-2FGChjYOX7d6UZw5rMUad8sutEru3RTVRSPpZ8tMdSqElh0JXStzyAhd2DUZrnANiLrDvtIFhHFRQ5Yk2SXo9JaQav8PycybLR8Z11E1DsMQBvYsfYGjFsz3iLBMruzSpyO-2FE-2FdF-2FyiFmx6MEZD7x9xMsI8Oo3Q-3D-3D" target="_blank">www.FHSUHomecoming.com</a>.Four Alumni Achievement Award recipients will be recognized: John L. Allen ’89, Rome, Italy; Dr. Judith Billings ’65, Kearney, Nebraska; Mike McCarthy ’89, Frisco, Texas.; and &nbsp;Donald J. Richardson ’67, Phoenix, Arizona.The Alumni Achievement Award, the association’s highest recognition, was established in 1959 to recognize graduates of the university for outstanding achievement based on meritorious service to society or the community. The award is based upon career and personal achievements, service involving community betterment and philanthropic activities, and educational achievements.Young Alumni Award recipients include Tory Marie (Arnberger) Blew ’16, Great Bend, and Brandon Penny ’13, New York.The Young Alumni Award was designed to recognize graduates early in their careers who have had outstanding achievements and recent accomplishments. The award is based on professional and educational achievements, community activities, honors and awards received, and other noteworthy items of merit since graduation. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from FHSU within 15 years of the current award year and be under the age of 40 as of Jan. 1, the year the awards are presented.Selecting the homecoming awardees is a challenging task, as Fort Hays State has so many outstanding graduates and friends who deserve to be recognized. This year’s recipients stood out as creative, inspiring, and hardworking leaders in their respective communities, said Carolyn Tatro, alumni engagement strategist for the FHSU Alumni Association. “We are incredibly proud to honor their successes and to share their stories this year. We hope that the public will take the opportunity to get to know these great Tigers as we celebrate them during Homecoming 2022.”Young Alumni AwardsTory Marie (Arnberger) Blew ’16Tory Marie (Arnberger) Blew, a Great Bend native, exemplifies how a degree from Fort Hays State University can shape one’s life. During her time at FHSU, Blew was a member of numerous on-campus organizations such as Delta Zeta and the Student Government Association. She was a VIP ambassador for the Office of the President and served as an orientation leader for over two years.Blew also served as an intern for the Kansas Department for Children and Families in Topeka, where she performed various tasks to assist the Governor’s Internship Program and attended child support dockets to learn the legal aspects of the agency. Additionally, Blew is a graduate of the 2018 class of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Excellence series and graduated from Kansas Emerging Leaders in 2021.Her involvement on the Fort Hays State campus evolved into an interest in local politics. At age 23 and in her senior year of college, Blew ran for a seat in the 112th&nbsp;district in the Kansas House of Representatives and won.Since, Blew received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education, became a teacher, and is a DECA (formerly, Distributive Education Clubs of America) advisor in a rural school district. She was the youngest Kansas legislator from 2017-20. For the 2021-22 legislative session, Blew was assigned to the house federal and state affairs committee, where she served as vice-chair. She also served on the general government budget and health and human services committees.In 2022, Blew sponsored 10 bills and was elected as house majority whip. Blew recently filed for re-election and is running unchallenged in her district. Her current term ends Jan. 8, 2023. When Blew filed for re-election in District 112, she said, “Before going away for college, I always knew I’d return to my hometown. I love this community and cherish the relationships I have with my constituents – and I will continue to fight for issues important to our district throughout my next term.”She remains committed to being a vocal advocate for second amendment gun rights, mental health, and limited government.Blew maintains a close relationship with her “legislative mom,” 105th&nbsp;district representative Brenda Landwehr. Landwehr describes Blew as “a bright spot. Always upbeat. She works hard, and she’s fun.”“She always looks for solutions. She’s not afraid to ask questions, and she’s always willing to learn,” Landwehr added.“Blew is thoughtful in her connections and mentorships and wants everyone around her to succeed and will help people do that.”Blew resides in her hometown of Great Bend and serves as a board member for the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development while working full-time as a human resources director for Pryor Automatic Fire and Sprinkler. She also works as the recruitment and philanthropy advisor for her local Delta Zeta sorority chapter.When she isn’t working on her many professional endeavors, Blew can be found cooking, on the golf course, or with her husband, Justin, remodeling their first home.

Great Bend's Blew honored as FHSU Alumni Award recipient 

ELLSWORTH COUNTY — Authorities in Ellsworth County are investigating after a man was found dead on Monday and a deputy injured on Sunday by a charging buffalo.

At 9 a.m. Monday, a woman called Ellsworth County 911 to report she needed an ambulance because she found her nephew, identified as 56-year-old Scott Schroeder of rural Bushton, dead in a pen and thought a buffalo killed him, according to Sheriff Murray Marston.

Sheriff's deputies and Claflin EMS responded to the scene. The body was in a row of trees north of Kansas 4 Highway at 5th Road. The location where the deputy was injured by a buffalo on Sunday night is approximately one half mile south of where the body was found Monday.

The coroner's preliminary cause of death, pending an autopsy, is that a buffalo gored Schroeder. He was the owner of over 20 buffalo kept at that location, according to Marston.

The deputy injured by a buffalo on Sunday underwent surgery at Salina Regional Health Center and is in stable condition, according to Marston.

A Rice County Deputy arrived at the scene of the attack just as it occurred on Sunday. He put down the animal when it appeared it was preparing to charge at the downed deputy. Both incidents remain under investigation, according to Marston.

ELLSWORTH COUNTY—A Kansas sheriff's deputy&nbsp; is recovering after he was injured by a buffalo.

Just after 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Ellsworth County 911 received a call about the buffalo on K-4 highway at 5th Road in Ellsworth County, according to a media release.

A deputy responded to the scene, found the animal and attempted to get it to return to a pasture. The buffalo suddenly charged the deputy and injured him.

Claflin EMS transported the deputy to the Ellsworth County Medical Center and he was later transferred to Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; The sheriff's office has not identified the deputy or updated his condition.

ELLSWORTH COUNTY — Authorities in Ellsworth County are investigating after a man was found dead on Monday and a deputy injured on Sunday by a charging buffalo.At 9 a.m. Monday, a woman called Ellsworth County 911 to report she needed an ambulance because she found her nephew, identified as 56-year-old Scott Schroeder of rural Bushton, dead in a pen and thought a buffalo killed him, according to Sheriff Murray Marston.Sheriff's deputies and Claflin EMS responded to the scene. The body was in a row of trees north of Kansas 4 Highway at 5th Road. The location where the deputy was injured by a buffalo on Sunday night is approximately one half mile south of where the body was found Monday.The coroner's preliminary cause of death, pending an autopsy, is that a buffalo gored Schroeder. He was the owner of over 20 buffalo kept at that location, according to Marston.The deputy injured by a buffalo on Sunday underwent surgery at Salina Regional Health Center and is in stable condition, according to Marston.A Rice County Deputy arrived at the scene of the attack just as it occurred on Sunday. He put down the animal when it appeared it was preparing to charge at the downed deputy. Both incidents remain under investigation, according to Marston.------ELLSWORTH COUNTY—A Kansas sheriff's deputy&nbsp; is recovering after he was injured by a buffalo.Just after 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Ellsworth County 911 received a call about the buffalo on K-4 highway at 5th Road in Ellsworth County, according to a media release.A deputy responded to the scene, found the animal and attempted to get it to return to a pasture. The buffalo suddenly charged the deputy and injured him.Claflin EMS transported the deputy to the Ellsworth County Medical Center and he was later transferred to Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; The sheriff's office has not identified the deputy or updated his condition.

Update: Charging buffalo kills man from Bushton, injures deputy 

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

Know of somebody currently not living in Barton County but would be
great for a job in the county? Great Bend Economic Development is still
rewarding citizens able to successfully recruit friends and family members
outside of Barton County to fill advertised positions. 
Economic Development Director Sara Hayden said the first recipient of the
recruiting incentive went to Larissa Graham of Great Bend as she was able to
recruit a family member to Great Bend to take a position at Adams Brown. Graham
was given $250 for her efforts. 
"Those amounts will differ based on the income of the job that they successfully recruit for," said Hayden. "We've had several people take advantage of this program, but this is the first successful one that's resulted in a hire." 
Any employer paying more than county-median wage can advertise their jobs on
the Great Bend Economic Development website. There are currently seven
employers participating in the recruiting incentive.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Find out more about the program at <a href="https://www.gbedinc.com/grow-workforce">gbedinc.com</a>.

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostKnow of somebody currently not living in Barton County but would be
great for a job in the county? Great Bend Economic Development is still
rewarding citizens able to successfully recruit friends and family members
outside of Barton County to fill advertised positions. 
Economic Development Director Sara Hayden said the first recipient of the
recruiting incentive went to Larissa Graham of Great Bend as she was able to
recruit a family member to Great Bend to take a position at Adams Brown. Graham
was given $250 for her efforts. 
"Those amounts will differ based on the income of the job that they successfully recruit for," said Hayden. "We've had several people take advantage of this program, but this is the first successful one that's resulted in a hire." 
Any employer paying more than county-median wage can advertise their jobs on
the Great Bend Economic Development website. There are currently seven
employers participating in the recruiting incentive.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Find out more about the program at <a href="https://www.gbedinc.com/grow-workforce">gbedinc.com</a>.

Great Bend woman rewarded for recruiting family to work in Barton Co.

USD 428 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING Aug. 8&nbsp; --&nbsp; 5 p.m. District Education Center, 201 S. Patton Road

1.4 Request to Speak Reminder &nbsp; &nbsp;· Persons may present ideas or concerns regarding USD 428. The Board will take no action at this meeting. Such items will be referred to the appropriate administrator(s) for future information and researched and reported back to the Board at a later meeting. Personalities and behavior of employees are not to be presented during this period but are to be reported to the employee’s immediate supervisor. The president shall determine the amount of time to be spent for citizen participation.

2. PRESENTATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Employee Referral Program &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Director of HR Tonya Miller will do a presentation on the launch of a USD 428 Employee Referral Program to attract qualified hires through employee referrals. &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Food Service Job Fair &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Director of HR Tonya Miller will discuss the outcome of the USD 428 Food Service Job Fair held onsite at the central kitchen on July 28, 2022. &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 TASN Recognition &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The Technical Assistance System Network (TASN), School Mental Health Initiative Team would like to formally recognize the exceptional work of the District-Community Leadership Team (DCLT) comprised of USD 428 Great Bend, 20th Judicial District Juvenile Services, The Center for Counseling and Consultation, and Saint Francis Ministries for their participation in the School Mental Health Professional Development and Coaching System. Utilizing a structured process (outlined below), the efforts of this District-Community Leadership Team to implement cross-system, trauma-responsive processes, and practices throughout the school community go beyond merely ensuring “access to services” for children/youth to developing aligned support across all settings.

3. COMMUNICATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· Board Members’ Comments &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Education Foundation &nbsp; &nbsp;· Written Communications / Correspondence

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Construction Manager at Risk Presentation &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; McCown Gordon, the district's CMAR, will present the Guarenteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the cost of renovating the support services building on 10th street for the Central Kitchen, Custodial, Maintenance, and Transportation departments.

5. NEW BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. 2022-2023 Budget / Revenue Neutral Rate Review &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Mr. Thexton will provide updated details of the district’s proposed 2022-2023 budget. &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval to Publish Budget / RNR &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The administration recommends BOE approval for GB Tribune publication of the 2022-2023 budget.

6. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT / CURRICULUM REPORT&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A. PAPER (online tutoring) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; PAPER is an educational technology company that provides learners with unlimited 24/7 homework help, writing feedback, and study support at a predictable fixed cost. Paper’s exceptional, multi-lingual tutors are carefully selected and rigorously trained to deliver on demand, 1:1 academic support using a Socratic approach. A partnership cost is for 12 months $101,447.64. Mrs. Reiser will explain the program and recommends approval of this program. &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Summer Professional Development Review &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district had good participation in the summer courses provided to educators by USD 428. Many of the courses offered college credits. &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Professional Development Plan 2022-2023 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Professional Development opportunities and practices are guided by the Kansas Professional Learning Standards: Learning Communities, Leadership, Resources, Data, Learning Designs, Implementation, and Outcomes. Processes that are monitored for continuous improvement include the MTSS Process, Professional Learning Communities, Data-driven instruction, KEEP (Enhancing Professional Practice), and EduClimber usage. Specific focus is on Teacher Clarity (Rigor) and making the learning visible to students. &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Curriculum Adoption Focus for 2022-2023 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district is implementing the new K-6 Math curriculum and K-6 Music this year. Two program selections for 7-12 Math pilot will be presented at an upcoming meeting. This school year, K-6 Language Art curriculum will be reviewed. &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Personnel Update &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; All positions are filled. Seven positions will be filled with a long-term substitute teacher; HS English, MS English, MS Computer, HS Special Education, MS Science, and a Park Grade 3 position. In addition, six Instructional Coach positions remain open. &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Curriculum Meetings &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Curriculum Steering Committee: Next meeting is 9/6/22 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Professional Development Council (PDC): Next meeting is 8/15/22

7. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Enrollment Update &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Student Transfer Request Report &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Summer Project Updates &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Summer Lunch Program Update &nbsp; &nbsp;E. IT Audit &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Work Session Discussion &nbsp; &nbsp;G. Board Governance Document &nbsp; &nbsp;H. KASB Annual Conference on November 11-13, 2022, Wichita, Ks &nbsp; &nbsp;I. Approval of Contributions (Attachment 7.I)

9. CONSENT AGENDA &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes [July 11, 2022] (Attachment 9,A) &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Bills and Financial Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Personnel Report (Attachment 9,C)

10. EXECUTIVE SESSION &nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss an individual employee’s performance pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA. The open meeting will resume in this board room at ___:___P.M.

11. EXECUTIVE SESSION &nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss the potential properties for district use to the exception for preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property under KOMA. The open meeting will resume in this board room at ___:___P.M.

12. UPCOMING MEETING DATES &nbsp; &nbsp;· New Staff Orientation: August 5, 8-11, 2022 &nbsp; &nbsp;· Back-to-School for teachers: August 12, 2022 &nbsp; &nbsp;· First Day of School for Students: August 18, 2022, for K-6, GBMS Grade 7, and GBHS Grade 9. August 19, 2022, for Grade 8,10, 11, and 12 &nbsp; &nbsp;· BOE Regular Meeting: The next BOE regular monthly meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2022, at the District Education Center

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 </figure>USD 428 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING Aug. 8&nbsp; --&nbsp; 5 p.m. District Education Center, 201 S. Patton RoadAgenda1. CALL TO ORDER1.1 Roll Call1.2 Adoption of Agenda1.3 Recognition of Visitors1.4 Request to Speak Reminder &nbsp; &nbsp;· Persons may present ideas or concerns regarding USD 428. The Board will take no action at this meeting. Such items will be referred to the appropriate administrator(s) for future information and researched and reported back to the Board at a later meeting. Personalities and behavior of employees are not to be presented during this period but are to be reported to the employee’s immediate supervisor. The president shall determine the amount of time to be spent for citizen participation.1.5 Citizen’s Open Forum2. PRESENTATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Employee Referral Program &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Director of HR Tonya Miller will do a presentation on the launch of a USD 428 Employee Referral Program to attract qualified hires through employee referrals. &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Food Service Job Fair &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Director of HR Tonya Miller will discuss the outcome of the USD 428 Food Service Job Fair held onsite at the central kitchen on July 28, 2022. &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 TASN Recognition &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The Technical Assistance System Network (TASN), School Mental Health Initiative Team would like to formally recognize the exceptional work of the District-Community Leadership Team (DCLT) comprised of USD 428 Great Bend, 20th Judicial District Juvenile Services, The Center for Counseling and Consultation, and Saint Francis Ministries for their participation in the School Mental Health Professional Development and Coaching System. Utilizing a structured process (outlined below), the efforts of this District-Community Leadership Team to implement cross-system, trauma-responsive processes, and practices throughout the school community go beyond merely ensuring “access to services” for children/youth to developing aligned support across all settings.3. COMMUNICATIONS &nbsp; &nbsp;· Board Members’ Comments &nbsp; &nbsp;· USD 428 Education Foundation &nbsp; &nbsp;· Written Communications / Correspondence4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Construction Manager at Risk Presentation &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; McCown Gordon, the district's CMAR, will present the Guarenteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the cost of renovating the support services building on 10th street for the Central Kitchen, Custodial, Maintenance, and Transportation departments.5. NEW BUSINESS &nbsp; &nbsp;A. 2022-2023 Budget / Revenue Neutral Rate Review &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Mr. Thexton will provide updated details of the district’s proposed 2022-2023 budget. &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Approval to Publish Budget / RNR &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The administration recommends BOE approval for GB Tribune publication of the 2022-2023 budget.6. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT / CURRICULUM REPORT&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A. PAPER (online tutoring) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; PAPER is an educational technology company that provides learners with unlimited 24/7 homework help, writing feedback, and study support at a predictable fixed cost. Paper’s exceptional, multi-lingual tutors are carefully selected and rigorously trained to deliver on demand, 1:1 academic support using a Socratic approach. A partnership cost is for 12 months $101,447.64. Mrs. Reiser will explain the program and recommends approval of this program. &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Summer Professional Development Review &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district had good participation in the summer courses provided to educators by USD 428. Many of the courses offered college credits. &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Professional Development Plan 2022-2023 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Professional Development opportunities and practices are guided by the Kansas Professional Learning Standards: Learning Communities, Leadership, Resources, Data, Learning Designs, Implementation, and Outcomes. Processes that are monitored for continuous improvement include the MTSS Process, Professional Learning Communities, Data-driven instruction, KEEP (Enhancing Professional Practice), and EduClimber usage. Specific focus is on Teacher Clarity (Rigor) and making the learning visible to students. &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Curriculum Adoption Focus for 2022-2023 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The district is implementing the new K-6 Math curriculum and K-6 Music this year. Two program selections for 7-12 Math pilot will be presented at an upcoming meeting. This school year, K-6 Language Art curriculum will be reviewed. &nbsp; &nbsp;E. Personnel Update &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; All positions are filled. Seven positions will be filled with a long-term substitute teacher; HS English, MS English, MS Computer, HS Special Education, MS Science, and a Park Grade 3 position. In addition, six Instructional Coach positions remain open. &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Curriculum Meetings &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Curriculum Steering Committee: Next meeting is 9/6/22 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; § Professional Development Council (PDC): Next meeting is 8/15/227. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Enrollment Update &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Student Transfer Request Report &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Summer Project Updates &nbsp; &nbsp;D. Summer Lunch Program Update &nbsp; &nbsp;E. IT Audit &nbsp; &nbsp;F. Work Session Discussion &nbsp; &nbsp;G. Board Governance Document &nbsp; &nbsp;H. KASB Annual Conference on November 11-13, 2022, Wichita, Ks &nbsp; &nbsp;I. Approval of Contributions (Attachment 7.I)8. FINANCIAL PRESENTATION9. CONSENT AGENDA &nbsp; &nbsp;A. Approval of BOE Meeting Minutes [July 11, 2022] (Attachment 9,A) &nbsp; &nbsp;B. Bills and Financial Reports &nbsp; &nbsp;C. Personnel Report (Attachment 9,C)10. EXECUTIVE SESSION &nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss an individual employee’s performance pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA. The open meeting will resume in this board room at ___:___P.M.11. EXECUTIVE SESSION &nbsp; &nbsp;The Board of Education will go into executive session. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; “Madam President, I move that the Board go into executive session to discuss the potential properties for district use to the exception for preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property under KOMA. The open meeting will resume in this board room at ___:___P.M.12. UPCOMING MEETING DATES &nbsp; &nbsp;· New Staff Orientation: August 5, 8-11, 2022 &nbsp; &nbsp;· Back-to-School for teachers: August 12, 2022 &nbsp; &nbsp;· First Day of School for Students: August 18, 2022, for K-6, GBMS Grade 7, and GBHS Grade 9. August 19, 2022, for Grade 8,10, 11, and 12 &nbsp; &nbsp;· BOE Regular Meeting: The next BOE regular monthly meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2022, at the District Education Center13. ADJOURNMENT

Great Bend school board meeting agenda (8/8)

On Friday, Aug. 5, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office executed a pair of search warrants one in the City of Great Bend and one of the City of Hoisington resulting in the arrest of seven people.

At about 2:15 p.m., deputies and detectives executed a warrant at 218 Pine St. in Great Bend, five people were arrested at that location. Charles Rowe Sr., age 56; Charles Rowe Jr., age 35 and Savanna Bradshaw, age 27 all of Great Bend were arrested on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine. All are being held in lieu of a $10,000 bond.

At the same location deputies arrested Eduardo Torres, age 42 of Great Bend. Torres had a outstanding warrant for contempt of court and is being held in lieu of an $800 bond. A juvenile runaway was located in the residence and taken into custody. He was released to Juvenile Justice Authority.

At about 4 p.m., the same group of Deputies proceeded to Hoisington and executed a search warrant at 603 Hickory St. Danny Chapman, age 48 and Raymond Chapman, age 45 were arrested at the scene. They were transported the Barton County Jail without incident and booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Both are being held in lieu of a $50,000 bond. Raymond Chapman also had an outstanding warrant from Rush County Kansas.

The investigation is ongoing. The Sheriff’s Office declines to say whether or not the warrants or investigations were related.

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 <figcaption>Charles Rowe Jr.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Friday, Aug. 5, the Barton County Sheriff’s Office executed a pair of search warrants one in the City of Great Bend and one of the City of Hoisington resulting in the arrest of seven people.At about 2:15 p.m., deputies and detectives executed a warrant at 218 Pine St. in Great Bend, five people were arrested at that location. Charles Rowe Sr., age 56; Charles Rowe Jr., age 35 and Savanna Bradshaw, age 27 all of Great Bend were arrested on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine. All are being held in lieu of a $10,000 bond.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659973694930.jpeg" alt="Charles Rowe Sr." />
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 </figure>At the same location deputies arrested Eduardo Torres, age 42 of Great Bend. Torres had a outstanding warrant for contempt of court and is being held in lieu of an $800 bond. A juvenile runaway was located in the residence and taken into custody. He was released to Juvenile Justice Authority.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659972586700.jpeg" alt="Savanna Bradshaw" />
 <figcaption>Savanna Bradshaw</figcaption>
 </figure>At about 4 p.m., the same group of Deputies proceeded to Hoisington and executed a search warrant at 603 Hickory St. Danny Chapman, age 48 and Raymond Chapman, age 45 were arrested at the scene. They were transported the Barton County Jail without incident and booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Both are being held in lieu of a $50,000 bond. Raymond Chapman also had an outstanding warrant from Rush County Kansas.The investigation is ongoing. The Sheriff’s Office declines to say whether or not the warrants or investigations were related.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659973781642.jpeg" alt="Raymond Chapman" />
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Two search warrants, 7 arrests in Great Bend & Hoisington

Donna Zimmerman’s background with county operations will come into use
this upcoming January when she takes a seat on the Barton County Commission.
Zimmerman won the two-person race for the District 5 office on the commission
after last week’s primary election. 
Zimmerman worked for the county for 40 years and her last 26 years as County
Clerk up until her retirement last winter. 
"I'm super excited," said Zimmerman. "Having served the county in some capacity for the last 40 years, it's been hard being away. I'm excited to rejoin and see if we can make a difference at the county." 
More than 45% of registered voters cast a ballot in Barton County last
week. Zimmerman garnered more than 60% of the District 5 votes. 
"I certainly know the process and how the commission meetings run," said Zimmerman. "I feel like my background in budgeting and taxes will be beneficial. I'm sure there will be some aspects that will be new. I'm excited about the new challenge." 
Zimmerman, Tricia Schlessiger and Duane Reif all won seats on the commission.
The three newly-elected officials will join Shawn Hutchinson and Barb Esfeld on
the commission in January.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633629808684.jpeg" alt="Donna Zimmerman&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Donna Zimmerman&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostDonna Zimmerman’s background with county operations will come into use
this upcoming January when she takes a seat on the Barton County Commission.
Zimmerman won the two-person race for the District 5 office on the commission
after last week’s primary election. 
Zimmerman worked for the county for 40 years and her last 26 years as County
Clerk up until her retirement last winter. 
"I'm super excited," said Zimmerman. "Having served the county in some capacity for the last 40 years, it's been hard being away. I'm excited to rejoin and see if we can make a difference at the county." 
More than 45% of registered voters cast a ballot in Barton County last
week. Zimmerman garnered more than 60% of the District 5 votes. 
"I certainly know the process and how the commission meetings run," said Zimmerman. "I feel like my background in budgeting and taxes will be beneficial. I'm sure there will be some aspects that will be new. I'm excited about the new challenge." 
Zimmerman, Tricia Schlessiger and Duane Reif all won seats on the commission.
The three newly-elected officials will join Shawn Hutchinson and Barb Esfeld on
the commission in January.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Zimmerman excited for Barton Co. responsibilities again

8/5 BOOKED: Randy Chambers on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Domestic Battery, and on four Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $1,000 C/S or 48 OR on battery, and cash bonds set on warrants.

BOOKED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana and Interference with LEO.

BOOKED: Justin Juarez on Great Bend Municipal Court case to serve sentence.

BOOKED: Savanna Bradshaw on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Eduardo Torres on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $882.50 cash only.

BOOKED: Charles Rowe, Sr., on Barton County District Court case for&nbsp;Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Raymond Chapman on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, bond set at $50,000 C/S; and on RHDC warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $608 cash only.

BOOKED: Justin Smokes on Barton County District Court case, to serve sentence.

BOOKED: Daniel Chapman on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, bond set at $50,000 C/S.

RELEASED: Jaleesa Hood on Barton County District Court case for Failure to Appear, and Great Bend Municipal Court case for Contempt of Court, on 48-hour OR bond.

RELEASED: Andrew Cline on Barton County District Court warrant, released to Osborne County Sheriff's Office.

RELEASED: Colin Welch on Stafford County District Court case.

RELEASED: Brittany Fulton on Harvey Count District Court warrant.

RELEASED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana and Interference with LEO, to Juvenile Intake.

RELEASED: Roberto Honeycutt on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Domestic Violence, after posting $20,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

8/6 BOOKED: Corey Engstrom on Barton County District Court case for DUI, fourth or subsequent, bond set at $40,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Stephen Bonnar on three Reno County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, bonds set at $35,000 C/S, $5,000 C/S, and $5,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Christopher Perales on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $612.50 cash only.

BOOKED: Mary Schlotthauer on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI, Speeding, and No Insurance, bond set at $1,000 C/S.

BOOKED: James Phillips on Barton County District Court case for No Drivers License, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, bond set at $2,500 C/S; and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $500 C/S.

RELEASED: Mary Schlotthauer on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI, Speeding, and No Insurance, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.

8/7 BOOKED: Joshua Ramirez-Medrano on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI and Illegal Transportation of Liquor, bond set at $1,000 C/S or 48-hour OR.

BOOKED: Brendon Dry on Bentley Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $500 cash only.

BOOKED: Alexandro Serna on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Arson, Aggravated Battery, and to Commit Conspiracy to Aggravated&nbsp; Arson, bond set at $100,000 C/S.

RELEASED: James Phillips on Barton County District Court case for No Drivers License, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $2,500 and $500 surety bonds through Ace Bail Bonding.

RELEASED: Joshua Ramirez-Medrano on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI and Illegal Transportation of Liquor, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonding.

RELEASED: Justin Juarez on Great Bend Municipal Court case, after serving sentence.

RELEASED: Ashley Juergensen on Barton County District Court warrant, after time served.

RELEASED: Leonel Lira on Barton County District Court case, after time served.

RELEASED: Christopher Perales on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, after posting cash bond of $612.50.

RELEASED: Justin Smokes on Barton County District Court case, after serving sentence.

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 </figure>8/5 BOOKED: Randy Chambers on Great Bend Municipal Court case for Domestic Battery, and on four Great Bend Municipal Court warrants for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $1,000 C/S or 48 OR on battery, and cash bonds set on warrants.BOOKED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana and Interference with LEO.BOOKED: Justin Juarez on Great Bend Municipal Court case to serve sentence.BOOKED: Savanna Bradshaw on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S.BOOKED: Eduardo Torres on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $882.50 cash only.BOOKED: Charles Rowe, Sr., on Barton County District Court case for&nbsp;Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia, bond set at $10,000 C/S.BOOKED: Raymond Chapman on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, bond set at $50,000 C/S; and on RHDC warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $608 cash only.BOOKED: Justin Smokes on Barton County District Court case, to serve sentence.BOOKED: Daniel Chapman on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, bond set at $50,000 C/S.RELEASED: Jaleesa Hood on Barton County District Court case for Failure to Appear, and Great Bend Municipal Court case for Contempt of Court, on 48-hour OR bond.RELEASED: Andrew Cline on Barton County District Court warrant, released to Osborne County Sheriff's Office.RELEASED: Colin Welch on Stafford County District Court case.RELEASED: Brittany Fulton on Harvey Count District Court warrant.RELEASED: Juvenile on Barton County District Court case for Possession of Marijuana and Interference with LEO, to Juvenile Intake.RELEASED: Roberto Honeycutt on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Domestic Violence, after posting $20,000 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.8/6 BOOKED: Corey Engstrom on Barton County District Court case for DUI, fourth or subsequent, bond set at $40,000 C/S.BOOKED: Stephen Bonnar on three Reno County District Court warrants for Probation Violation, bonds set at $35,000 C/S, $5,000 C/S, and $5,000 C/S.BOOKED: Christopher Perales on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $612.50 cash only.BOOKED: Mary Schlotthauer on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI, Speeding, and No Insurance, bond set at $1,000 C/S.BOOKED: James Phillips on Barton County District Court case for No Drivers License, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, bond set at $2,500 C/S; and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, bond set at $500 C/S.RELEASED: Mary Schlotthauer on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI, Speeding, and No Insurance, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonds.8/7 BOOKED: Joshua Ramirez-Medrano on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI and Illegal Transportation of Liquor, bond set at $1,000 C/S or 48-hour OR.BOOKED: Brendon Dry on Bentley Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, bond set at $500 cash only.BOOKED: Alexandro Serna on Barton County District Court warrant for Aggravated Arson, Aggravated Battery, and to Commit Conspiracy to Aggravated&nbsp; Arson, bond set at $100,000 C/S.RELEASED: James Phillips on Barton County District Court case for No Drivers License, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Appear, after posting $2,500 and $500 surety bonds through Ace Bail Bonding.RELEASED: Joshua Ramirez-Medrano on Great Bend Municipal Court case for DUI and Illegal Transportation of Liquor, after posting $1,000 surety bond through Around the Clock Bail Bonding.RELEASED: Justin Juarez on Great Bend Municipal Court case, after serving sentence.RELEASED: Ashley Juergensen on Barton County District Court warrant, after time served.RELEASED: Leonel Lira on Barton County District Court case, after time served.RELEASED: Christopher Perales on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for Contempt of Court, after posting cash bond of $612.50.RELEASED: Justin Smokes on Barton County District Court case, after serving sentence.

Barton County Sheriff's Booking Activity (8/5-8/7)

By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

The USD 431 Hoisington Board of Education has some big ideas to think about. At the Aug. 1 meeting, Superintendent Patrick Crowdis threw out some figures pertaining to an overhaul of the turf and track at Hoisington High School. The decision becomes all the more difficult with the rising costs of goods across the board.

"I know there are some concerns with financing," Crowdis said. "I think two years ago, we could have done this out of savings and not depleted our savings. The cost of things has gone up so much. We would be looking at a million dollars two years to replace the turf and the track, now we're looking at double that cost."

Crowdis said there is some urgency on the matter as USD 431 could team up with USD 428 Great Bend, which will also be updating its turf field soon. Board member Dean Stoskopf questioned whether the district could handle a project of this size, especially with other projects like a daycare and possible middle school expansion in the works.

"I know the track and that are in need of repair, but I don't know how we can swing a couple million-dollar project with the way the economy's bouncing around," he said. "In another year those costs may come down 30-40 percent."

Crowdis said the district could be looking at between $1.9 million and $2.3 million for the upgrades to just the track and football field. Other projects to consider would include installing turf on the east end of the football field inside the track, and installing a track surface over the west end. Moving the concession stand and bathroom would help alleviate congestion during track meets.  

"I propose all this because, if we're going to do something at our high school facility, I believe we should make it as good as we can make it," he said. "I believe there are some things we can do to make that facility better, more functional overall."

Bigger projects include the addition of a weight room in place of the metal building just north of Hoisington High School, and repairs to the football stadium and press box.

"I know that may be an issue due to the high school being on the historic registry," Crowdis said. "I would like to have an engineer come in and take a look at our stadium. If you haven't been underneath our stadium in a long time, it's a little scary underneath there. I think somebody that has a little better sense of what it might take to do repairs to the stadium needs to come in and take a look at that."

After Stoskopf expressed concern about paying for the improvements, even on a 7-year note, Crowdis explained various possibilities for payment.

"In future years," he said, "if we exceeded the revenue neutral rate to go to a full six mills or even to eight, which is the max, we would generate about $140,000 with capital outlay, which would help with the daycare, which would help with all the facilities."

The board agreed it needed more details, and no action was taken on the issue at the meeting.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThe USD 431 Hoisington Board of Education has some big ideas to think about. At the Aug. 1 meeting, Superintendent Patrick Crowdis threw out some figures pertaining to an overhaul of the turf and track at Hoisington High School. The decision becomes all the more difficult with the rising costs of goods across the board."I know there are some concerns with financing," Crowdis said. "I think two years ago, we could have done this out of savings and not depleted our savings. The cost of things has gone up so much. We would be looking at a million dollars two years to replace the turf and the track, now we're looking at double that cost."Crowdis said there is some urgency on the matter as USD 431 could team up with USD 428 Great Bend, which will also be updating its turf field soon. Board member Dean Stoskopf questioned whether the district could handle a project of this size, especially with other projects like a daycare and possible middle school expansion in the works."I know the track and that are in need of repair, but I don't know how we can swing a couple million-dollar project with the way the economy's bouncing around," he said. "In another year those costs may come down 30-40 percent."Crowdis said the district could be looking at between $1.9 million and $2.3 million for the upgrades to just the track and football field. Other projects to consider would include installing turf on the east end of the football field inside the track, and installing a track surface over the west end. Moving the concession stand and bathroom would help alleviate congestion during track meets. "I propose all this because, if we're going to do something at our high school facility, I believe we should make it as good as we can make it," he said. "I believe there are some things we can do to make that facility better, more functional overall."Bigger projects include the addition of a weight room in place of the metal building just north of Hoisington High School, and repairs to the football stadium and press box."I know that may be an issue due to the high school being on the historic registry," Crowdis said. "I would like to have an engineer come in and take a look at our stadium. If you haven't been underneath our stadium in a long time, it's a little scary underneath there. I think somebody that has a little better sense of what it might take to do repairs to the stadium needs to come in and take a look at that."After Stoskopf expressed concern about paying for the improvements, even on a 7-year note, Crowdis explained various possibilities for payment."In future years," he said, "if we exceeded the revenue neutral rate to go to a full six mills or even to eight, which is the max, we would generate about $140,000 with capital outlay, which would help with the daycare, which would help with all the facilities."The board agreed it needed more details, and no action was taken on the issue at the meeting.

Hoisington BOE mulls replacement of turf, track at HHS

Today A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 a.m., then a slight chance of rain and thunderstorms between 8 a.m. and noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. North northeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent.

Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. East northeast wind 6 to 10 mph.

Tuesday A 20-percent chance of rain and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. East wind 5 to 9 mph.

Tuesday Night A 20-percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 2 a.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light south southeast after midnight.

Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming east southeast 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 67.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 95.

Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 68.

Friday Sunny, with a high near 96.

Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 70.

Saturday Sunny and hot, with a high near 99.

Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 73.

Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Today A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 a.m., then a slight chance of rain and thunderstorms between 8 a.m. and noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. North northeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent.Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. East northeast wind 6 to 10 mph.Tuesday A 20-percent chance of rain and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. East wind 5 to 9 mph.Tuesday Night A 20-percent chance of rain and thunderstorms before 2 a.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light south southeast after midnight.Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming east southeast 5 to 9 mph in the morning.Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 67.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 95.Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 68.Friday Sunny, with a high near 96.Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 70.Saturday Sunny and hot, with a high near 99.Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 73.Sunday Sunny and hot, with a high near 100.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Monday's Weather

When the calendar turns to August, I find myself saying the same four words, “Where did summer go?” Families with kids adapted to a summer schedule filled with ball games, camp, swimming lessons, and 4-H activities and now the schedule is about to change again! With the start of school just a few short weeks away it is the perfect time to call a family meeting and get everyone on board with the new routine.

Research shows that kids ages 3 to 6 need ten to twelve hours of sleep each day. As youngsters begin pre-school or the early grades it is important to have a set bedtime with a routine that encourages success. Perhaps you want to target 8 p.m. as bedtime. If so you will want to begin the wind down process around 7. Perhaps a warm bath and bed time story help your child to relax. Planning what will be worn the next day or eaten for breakfast also encourages a less hectic morning when the alarm goes off. Whatever you want to adopt as a routine, now is a good time to start working toward your final goal. If the summer schedule has been lax, start moving the bedtime up a few minutes each day until your target is reached. That should help make the first day of school a success.

One of the most important messages I like to share at this time of year is to “Eat breakfast every day.” As kids start back to school they need to start each day with some nutritious food in their stomachs. It’s really brain food. Countless studies have shown that kids perform better in school, and are less irritable, when their day starts with breakfast.

There is no doubt about it: our bodies need to refuel after not eating for 10-12 hours. So why is it that breakfast is the meal most often skipped? The most common answers I hear are that “there isn’t time” or “my kids aren’t hungry in the morning.”

As you plan to start each day with breakfast, keep in mind the following tips. Breakfast does not have to be a big meal. Try to include something from the grain group as well as a fruit. Breakfast does not have to be traditional. Be creative; nutritious foods are healthy any time of the day. Last night’s leftovers can be reheated in a hurry. Peanut butter can be spread on a piece of whole grain toast and served with a glass of 100% fruit juice. Equal amounts of juice, milk and yogurt can be combined for a smoothie like treat. Get your day off to a great start and be a breakfast eater!

And finally, if you live close enough to school can your children safely walk or bike to school? Research shows that starting your day with some physical activity (i.e. walking to school) encourages better concentration and behavior in the classroom. If your schedule allows it, do a trial run with your child; either walking or biking on a safe route to the front door of the school.

Here’s hoping your school year gets off to a great start!

Donna Krug is the District Director and Family &amp; Consumer Science Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: (620)793-1910 or dkrug@ksu.edu K-State Research &amp; Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573141404420.png" alt="written by: Donna Krug - Cottonwood Extension District" />
 <figcaption>written by: Donna Krug - Cottonwood Extension District</figcaption>
 </figure>When the calendar turns to August, I find myself saying the same four words, “Where did summer go?” Families with kids adapted to a summer schedule filled with ball games, camp, swimming lessons, and 4-H activities and now the schedule is about to change again! With the start of school just a few short weeks away it is the perfect time to call a family meeting and get everyone on board with the new routine.Research shows that kids ages 3 to 6 need ten to twelve hours of sleep each day. As youngsters begin pre-school or the early grades it is important to have a set bedtime with a routine that encourages success. Perhaps you want to target 8 p.m. as bedtime. If so you will want to begin the wind down process around 7. Perhaps a warm bath and bed time story help your child to relax. Planning what will be worn the next day or eaten for breakfast also encourages a less hectic morning when the alarm goes off. Whatever you want to adopt as a routine, now is a good time to start working toward your final goal. If the summer schedule has been lax, start moving the bedtime up a few minutes each day until your target is reached. That should help make the first day of school a success.One of the most important messages I like to share at this time of year is to “Eat breakfast every day.” As kids start back to school they need to start each day with some nutritious food in their stomachs. It’s really brain food. Countless studies have shown that kids perform better in school, and are less irritable, when their day starts with breakfast.There is no doubt about it: our bodies need to refuel after not eating for 10-12 hours. So why is it that breakfast is the meal most often skipped? The most common answers I hear are that “there isn’t time” or “my kids aren’t hungry in the morning.”As you plan to start each day with breakfast, keep in mind the following tips. Breakfast does not have to be a big meal. Try to include something from the grain group as well as a fruit. Breakfast does not have to be traditional. Be creative; nutritious foods are healthy any time of the day. Last night’s leftovers can be reheated in a hurry. Peanut butter can be spread on a piece of whole grain toast and served with a glass of 100% fruit juice. Equal amounts of juice, milk and yogurt can be combined for a smoothie like treat. Get your day off to a great start and be a breakfast eater!And finally, if you live close enough to school can your children safely walk or bike to school? Research shows that starting your day with some physical activity (i.e. walking to school) encourages better concentration and behavior in the classroom. If your schedule allows it, do a trial run with your child; either walking or biking on a safe route to the front door of the school.Here’s hoping your school year gets off to a great start!Donna Krug is the District Director and Family &amp; Consumer Science Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: (620)793-1910 or dkrug@ksu.edu K-State Research &amp; Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

KRUG: Back to school tips

At an official signing ceremony, Governor Laura Kelly proclaims August “Kansas Breastfeeding Month.” This proclamation recognizes the importance of breastfeeding for the health and well-being of Kansans.

“We are extremely pleased with Governor Kelly’s proclamation, which highlights the importance of breastfeeding support for families in Kansas,"&nbsp;said Brenda Bandy, IBCLC, Co-Executive Director of the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC).&nbsp;"This proclamation supports their decision and provides a foundation to build a landscape of breastfeeding support in our state.”&nbsp;

“Kansas recognizes breastfeeding as a public health responsibility and priority,”&nbsp;said Joan Duwve, MD, State Medical Director. “Strides in improved breastfeeding rates have been possible through strong statewide partnerships and community collaboration. We will continue to promote and support breastfeeding to protect and improve the health of parents and infants.”

Nearly 90 percent of families in Kansas choose to breastfeed. Yet less than one in three Kansas infants are exclusively breastfed through the critical first six months of life. Lack of support and barriers in the workplace can often be obstacles for parents who choose to breastfeed.&nbsp;

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)&nbsp;newly updated&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MDIuNjE2NjY3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3B1YmxpY2F0aW9ucy5hYXAub3JnL3BlZGlhdHJpY3MvYXJ0aWNsZS8xNTAvMS9lMjAyMjA1Nzk4OC8xODgzNDcvUG9saWN5LVN0YXRlbWVudC1CcmVhc3RmZWVkaW5nLWFuZC10aGUtVXNlLW9mP2F1dG9sb2dpbmNoZWNrPXJlZGlyZWN0ZWQmdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.fhJNMolUN8dGxo72XYMM_HQaaJkFrei0h-htzf9hUxY/s/1305943094/br/141941071165-l" target="_blank">guidance on breastfeeding</a>&nbsp;called for policy changes to address obstacles for parents who choose to breastfeed, including universal paid maternity leave and insurance coverage for lactation support. Establishing better breastfeeding support will improve both baby and mother’s future health and reduce reliance on infant formula.

The proclamation stresses the role of every Kansan to make breastfeeding easier in our state. The KBC&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MDIuNjE2NjY3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzYnJlYXN0ZmVlZGluZy5vcmcvd3AtY29udGVudC91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjIvMDgvc3RhdGVvZkJGaW5LUzIwMjItMDAyLnBkZj91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.9WkPE-vKsMLz1x0v5L8G72PZbmuB1spVxndytnLsYFY/s/1305943094/br/141941071165-l" target="_blank">State of Breastfeeding in Kansas</a>&nbsp;2022 report has action items and resources for individuals, employers, child care providers, healthcare professionals, and others to support breastfeeding.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659621368858.jpeg" alt="David Thomason, Ashley Goss, Brenda Bandy, Senator Dinah Sykes, Melissa Rooker, Logan Stenseng, Governor Laura Kelly, Earlisha Killen, Sapphire Garcia-Lies, Jennie Toland, Mandy Chapin, Stephanne Rupnicki, and Senator Kristen O’Shea]" />
 <figcaption>David Thomason, Ashley Goss, Brenda Bandy, Senator Dinah Sykes, Melissa Rooker, Logan Stenseng, Governor Laura Kelly, Earlisha Killen, Sapphire Garcia-Lies, Jennie Toland, Mandy Chapin, Stephanne Rupnicki, and Senator Kristen O’Shea]</figcaption>
 </figure>At an official signing ceremony, Governor Laura Kelly proclaims August “Kansas Breastfeeding Month.” This proclamation recognizes the importance of breastfeeding for the health and well-being of Kansans.“We are extremely pleased with Governor Kelly’s proclamation, which highlights the importance of breastfeeding support for families in Kansas,"&nbsp;said Brenda Bandy, IBCLC, Co-Executive Director of the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC).&nbsp;"This proclamation supports their decision and provides a foundation to build a landscape of breastfeeding support in our state.”&nbsp;“Kansas recognizes breastfeeding as a public health responsibility and priority,”&nbsp;said Joan Duwve, MD, State Medical Director. “Strides in improved breastfeeding rates have been possible through strong statewide partnerships and community collaboration. We will continue to promote and support breastfeeding to protect and improve the health of parents and infants.”Nearly 90 percent of families in Kansas choose to breastfeed. Yet less than one in three Kansas infants are exclusively breastfed through the critical first six months of life. Lack of support and barriers in the workplace can often be obstacles for parents who choose to breastfeed.&nbsp;The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)&nbsp;newly updated&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MDIuNjE2NjY3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3B1YmxpY2F0aW9ucy5hYXAub3JnL3BlZGlhdHJpY3MvYXJ0aWNsZS8xNTAvMS9lMjAyMjA1Nzk4OC8xODgzNDcvUG9saWN5LVN0YXRlbWVudC1CcmVhc3RmZWVkaW5nLWFuZC10aGUtVXNlLW9mP2F1dG9sb2dpbmNoZWNrPXJlZGlyZWN0ZWQmdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.fhJNMolUN8dGxo72XYMM_HQaaJkFrei0h-htzf9hUxY/s/1305943094/br/141941071165-l" target="_blank">guidance on breastfeeding</a>&nbsp;called for policy changes to address obstacles for parents who choose to breastfeed, including universal paid maternity leave and insurance coverage for lactation support. Establishing better breastfeeding support will improve both baby and mother’s future health and reduce reliance on infant formula.The proclamation stresses the role of every Kansan to make breastfeeding easier in our state. The KBC&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MDIuNjE2NjY3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzYnJlYXN0ZmVlZGluZy5vcmcvd3AtY29udGVudC91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjIvMDgvc3RhdGVvZkJGaW5LUzIwMjItMDAyLnBkZj91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.9WkPE-vKsMLz1x0v5L8G72PZbmuB1spVxndytnLsYFY/s/1305943094/br/141941071165-l" target="_blank">State of Breastfeeding in Kansas</a>&nbsp;2022 report has action items and resources for individuals, employers, child care providers, healthcare professionals, and others to support breastfeeding.

August proclaimed as 'Kansas Breastfeeding Month'

Join Great Bend City Administrator Kendal Francis on Aug. 16 at noon to get updated on all that is new with the City of Great Bend. He will be discussing hot topics including the new police station, the Quality of Life sales tax improvements and answering any questions you may have.

The Leadership Luncheon will be hosted at Gambino's Pizza from noon to 1 p.m. The program will begin around 12:15 p.m. in order to give you time to grab a plate from the buffet and get settled in. Lunch will be on your own.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Join Great Bend City Administrator Kendal Francis on Aug. 16 at noon to get updated on all that is new with the City of Great Bend. He will be discussing hot topics including the new police station, the Quality of Life sales tax improvements and answering any questions you may have.The Leadership Luncheon will be hosted at Gambino's Pizza from noon to 1 p.m. The program will begin around 12:15 p.m. in order to give you time to grab a plate from the buffet and get settled in. Lunch will be on your own.

BCYP Leadership Luncheon with city administrator 

The
drought monitor report as of Tuesday, August 2, indicates he same conditions as
we continue to see severe and extreme drought.&nbsp;
The recent rains helped the extreme western counties a bit.&nbsp; Only Northeast Kansas is in good shape.&nbsp; The six to ten-day outlook (August 9 to 13) indicates
a 50 to 70% chance of above normal temperatures (our area is right on the line)
and believe it or not, a 40 to 50% chance of below normal precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day outlook (August 11
to 17) indicates a 50 to 60% chance of above normal temperatures and 33 to 40%
chance of below normal precipitation.&nbsp; Exactly
what our summer crops don’t need.&nbsp; While
most of the corn is pretty far along and mostly what is there is there, this
forecast is very bad news for the dryland soybean crop and not much better for
grain sorghum and hay crops.&nbsp; Definitely
the year to check for nitrates in Sudan grass, and sorghum x Sudan
hybrids.&nbsp; Today, how can we work to
improve our soil to help crops and stay economically viable with the weather extremes
that are becoming the norm?

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The weather patterns are indicating
a long-term change due to climate change.&nbsp;
Not just here but around the world.&nbsp;
In brief wetter wet periods and drier dry periods combined with extremes
of temperatures.&nbsp; Models suggest our
region of the country will be drier and hotter in summer.&nbsp; Essentially, the weather typical of western
Oklahoma and Texas is shifting north.&nbsp; We
have discussed how this likely affects our cropping practices and how we may be
able to cope.&nbsp; Here are some suggestions
for what we can do to maximize our soil environment.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As
stated before, we can’t really change our soil texture, but we can improve
infiltration, water holding capacity, and nutrient retention.&nbsp; The key is finding a way to increase organic
matter content and promote a stable soil structure with as large an
interconnected macropore network as possible.&nbsp;
So how can that be done?

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Minimize
or where possible eliminate tillage.&nbsp;
Maintain as much residue cover on the soil surface as possible while
promoting an increase in below ground organic matter.&nbsp; It sounds counterintuitive with concerns
about soil moisture but cover crops, especially those crops with fibrous root
systems.&nbsp; This isn’t easy as when tillage
is eliminated it can take five years or longer depending on the weather to
develop the needed structure and start to slowly increase organic matter. Weed
control is more difficult.&nbsp; Cover crops
and newer chemistries and technologies can help as well as diverse as a crop
rotation as possible.&nbsp; 

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintaining
adequate residue cover also helps decrease soil moisture evaporation.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintaining
as cool a soil environment as possible.&nbsp;
Moderate root temperatures are the second key, especially during hot,
dry periods.&nbsp; It allows plants to hold on
better and decreases soil moisture loss.&nbsp;
It also helps winter wheat to moderate soil temperature.&nbsp; Residue cover helps moderate soil temperatures
and temperatures swings two ways.&nbsp; In the
summer it decreases available solar energy entering the soil for evaporation
while also serving as a water vapor barrier.&nbsp;
And by conserving soil moisture it means soils will cool and warm more
slowly and to a lesser extent.&nbsp; Finally,
crop canopy closure also aids in conserving moisture and moderating
temperatures.&nbsp; 

Not all inclusive but
this is critical to maintain crop production,

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596200583759.jpeg" alt="Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin" />
 <figcaption>Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>The
drought monitor report as of Tuesday, August 2, indicates he same conditions as
we continue to see severe and extreme drought.&nbsp;
The recent rains helped the extreme western counties a bit.&nbsp; Only Northeast Kansas is in good shape.&nbsp; The six to ten-day outlook (August 9 to 13) indicates
a 50 to 70% chance of above normal temperatures (our area is right on the line)
and believe it or not, a 40 to 50% chance of below normal precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day outlook (August 11
to 17) indicates a 50 to 60% chance of above normal temperatures and 33 to 40%
chance of below normal precipitation.&nbsp; Exactly
what our summer crops don’t need.&nbsp; While
most of the corn is pretty far along and mostly what is there is there, this
forecast is very bad news for the dryland soybean crop and not much better for
grain sorghum and hay crops.&nbsp; Definitely
the year to check for nitrates in Sudan grass, and sorghum x Sudan
hybrids.&nbsp; Today, how can we work to
improve our soil to help crops and stay economically viable with the weather extremes
that are becoming the norm?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The weather patterns are indicating
a long-term change due to climate change.&nbsp;
Not just here but around the world.&nbsp;
In brief wetter wet periods and drier dry periods combined with extremes
of temperatures.&nbsp; Models suggest our
region of the country will be drier and hotter in summer.&nbsp; Essentially, the weather typical of western
Oklahoma and Texas is shifting north.&nbsp; We
have discussed how this likely affects our cropping practices and how we may be
able to cope.&nbsp; Here are some suggestions
for what we can do to maximize our soil environment.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As
stated before, we can’t really change our soil texture, but we can improve
infiltration, water holding capacity, and nutrient retention.&nbsp; The key is finding a way to increase organic
matter content and promote a stable soil structure with as large an
interconnected macropore network as possible.&nbsp;
So how can that be done?·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Minimize
or where possible eliminate tillage.&nbsp;
Maintain as much residue cover on the soil surface as possible while
promoting an increase in below ground organic matter.&nbsp; It sounds counterintuitive with concerns
about soil moisture but cover crops, especially those crops with fibrous root
systems.&nbsp; This isn’t easy as when tillage
is eliminated it can take five years or longer depending on the weather to
develop the needed structure and start to slowly increase organic matter. Weed
control is more difficult.&nbsp; Cover crops
and newer chemistries and technologies can help as well as diverse as a crop
rotation as possible.&nbsp; ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintaining
adequate residue cover also helps decrease soil moisture evaporation.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maintaining
as cool a soil environment as possible.&nbsp;
Moderate root temperatures are the second key, especially during hot,
dry periods.&nbsp; It allows plants to hold on
better and decreases soil moisture loss.&nbsp;
It also helps winter wheat to moderate soil temperature.&nbsp; Residue cover helps moderate soil temperatures
and temperatures swings two ways.&nbsp; In the
summer it decreases available solar energy entering the soil for evaporation
while also serving as a water vapor barrier.&nbsp;
And by conserving soil moisture it means soils will cool and warm more
slowly and to a lesser extent.&nbsp; Finally,
crop canopy closure also aids in conserving moisture and moderating
temperatures.&nbsp; Not all inclusive but
this is critical to maintain crop production,

Barton Ag Instructor Dr. Vic Martin - Soils and Coping with Extreme Weather

Farmers aren’t the only ones who keep a close eye on Mother Nature’s shenanigans during the growing season. Around the world, grain buyers, millers and bakers track the progress of the U.S. wheat crop, eagerly awaiting the quantity and quality of each year’s harvest. Moving past the headlines and putting these critical customers in direct contact with the U.S. wheat industry is the job of U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) - the industry’s export market development organization.&nbsp;To do so, USW invests funding from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service export market development programs to bring trade teams of overseas customers and stakeholders to the United States each year. These visits provide important selling points in a world marketplace where Kansas wheat producers compete against their counterparts in Canada, Argentina, Australia and the Black Sea.&nbsp;

“While harvest results differ from county-to-county and state-to-state, America’s hard-working farm families produce enough wheat every year to fill our tables while still supplying world wheat trade,” said Aaron Harries, vice president of research and operations for Kansas Wheat. “Coordinating local visits connect our customers with the dependable folks who work to provide the right kind of wheat for their specific end-use needs.”&nbsp;

On the heels of a team of next-generation flour millers and commodity buyers from the Middle East and North Africa, Kansas Wheat recently hosted a team of senior managers and wheat buyers from five Colombian flour mills and the leader of Fedemol, the Colombian milling and wheat food industries association.&nbsp;Over nine days, these customers also visited Washington state and Ohio.

The team had a busy day in Kansas on Friday, July 29. At the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center, the team received an overview of the Kansas wheat industry and an HRW crop update before touring the facility. The team also had a briefing by the neighboring IGP Institute.&nbsp;After lunch, the team traveled to Salina to tour the Cargill terminal elevator and the Kansas Grain Inspection Service station. 

Back in Manhattan, the team also visited Engrain, which provides innovations in milling and baking that improve bread volume, optimize pasta texture and enrich baked goods.&nbsp;The in-person visit to Kansas and other wheat states reinforces the reliable reputation of U.S. wheat and helps maintain exports to this important customer. Colombia is currently the largest destination for U.S. wheat in South America. The United States enjoyed a 30% market share in the 2021 calendar year at nearly 20.14 million bushels (548,000 metric tons), up from 22% the prior year. Colombia imports U.S. wheat through ports on the Gulf of Mexico that receive U.S. HRW and SRW and ports on the Pacific Ocean that receive U.S. SW wheat.

Within Colombia, wheat is not a profitable crop, driven by climate. Most wheat farms are located in the southern part of the country and do not exceed four acres. As a result, average wheat production over the last 10 years is less than about 14.7 bushels (400,000 metric tons). Less than half of this locally grown wheat is purchased by the milling industry with the majority of domestic production consumed directly in rural areas.&nbsp;However, Colombians do enjoy their wheat foods. 

In the 2021 calendar year, Colombian wheat consumption totaled 62.24 million bushels (1.83 million metric tons). The majority of that wheat – 76% - was consumed as bread or pastries, above the Latin American average of 69%. Cookie and cracker consumption made up 9.5% and 14.5% was consumed as pasta.&nbsp;And this market still has room to grow. Colombian per capita wheat and bread consumption remain the lowest in South America, about half that of neighboring countries. For example, bread consumption was 56 pounds per capita per year, compared to 215 pounds in Chile.&nbsp;This combination of growth opportunities, favorable importing logistics and increasing market share make teams like this one from Colombia an important activity for Kansas Wheat and other state wheat commissions to work with USW to showcase the reliability, quality and value of the wheat grown here in the Heartland every year.&nbsp;

Learn more about the different trade teams USW has organized this summer at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jkHmUvhoxhx4vHRMosE0GxH8voeFmhMa7Ss94GBq4RtUgK_ezKv3o55E2W7Ai8GPVhHwGgR7BgJrtqTgv3Jwe5kBOnA6CAPUoSk5Dqo6iQ4WRHcelEcASHia873nHtL8HvNnOs6VBzT0mAyeLU462ybzOsw98paG-gc858W9H0Pg_jlh0ubzL168iQDFGI3poOlkNrQQwKFrNdcMYZ0jP9mwTjLbYu4c&amp;c=SFQ3fv0pxvctaibfoUAkG2Bquco4w0i8Z_A_iQn96hrv1cBZzsRMUw==&amp;ch=9eoaQRe7dUE8q5c3xMOt80LJiwU1z04iQ25L5Kh3W7TQlf9oe6dPeA==" target="_blank">https://www.uswheat.org/wheatletter/u-s-wheat-customer-trade-teams-are-back/</a>.&nbsp; Written by Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659625479100.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Farmers aren’t the only ones who keep a close eye on Mother Nature’s shenanigans during the growing season. Around the world, grain buyers, millers and bakers track the progress of the U.S. wheat crop, eagerly awaiting the quantity and quality of each year’s harvest. Moving past the headlines and putting these critical customers in direct contact with the U.S. wheat industry is the job of U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) - the industry’s export market development organization.&nbsp;To do so, USW invests funding from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service export market development programs to bring trade teams of overseas customers and stakeholders to the United States each year. These visits provide important selling points in a world marketplace where Kansas wheat producers compete against their counterparts in Canada, Argentina, Australia and the Black Sea.&nbsp;“While harvest results differ from county-to-county and state-to-state, America’s hard-working farm families produce enough wheat every year to fill our tables while still supplying world wheat trade,” said Aaron Harries, vice president of research and operations for Kansas Wheat. “Coordinating local visits connect our customers with the dependable folks who work to provide the right kind of wheat for their specific end-use needs.”&nbsp;On the heels of a team of next-generation flour millers and commodity buyers from the Middle East and North Africa, Kansas Wheat recently hosted a team of senior managers and wheat buyers from five Colombian flour mills and the leader of Fedemol, the Colombian milling and wheat food industries association.&nbsp;Over nine days, these customers also visited Washington state and Ohio.The team had a busy day in Kansas on Friday, July 29. At the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center, the team received an overview of the Kansas wheat industry and an HRW crop update before touring the facility. The team also had a briefing by the neighboring IGP Institute.&nbsp;After lunch, the team traveled to Salina to tour the Cargill terminal elevator and the Kansas Grain Inspection Service station. Back in Manhattan, the team also visited Engrain, which provides innovations in milling and baking that improve bread volume, optimize pasta texture and enrich baked goods.&nbsp;The in-person visit to Kansas and other wheat states reinforces the reliable reputation of U.S. wheat and helps maintain exports to this important customer. Colombia is currently the largest destination for U.S. wheat in South America. The United States enjoyed a 30% market share in the 2021 calendar year at nearly 20.14 million bushels (548,000 metric tons), up from 22% the prior year. Colombia imports U.S. wheat through ports on the Gulf of Mexico that receive U.S. HRW and SRW and ports on the Pacific Ocean that receive U.S. SW wheat.Within Colombia, wheat is not a profitable crop, driven by climate. Most wheat farms are located in the southern part of the country and do not exceed four acres. As a result, average wheat production over the last 10 years is less than about 14.7 bushels (400,000 metric tons). Less than half of this locally grown wheat is purchased by the milling industry with the majority of domestic production consumed directly in rural areas.&nbsp;However, Colombians do enjoy their wheat foods. In the 2021 calendar year, Colombian wheat consumption totaled 62.24 million bushels (1.83 million metric tons). The majority of that wheat – 76% - was consumed as bread or pastries, above the Latin American average of 69%. Cookie and cracker consumption made up 9.5% and 14.5% was consumed as pasta.&nbsp;And this market still has room to grow. Colombian per capita wheat and bread consumption remain the lowest in South America, about half that of neighboring countries. For example, bread consumption was 56 pounds per capita per year, compared to 215 pounds in Chile.&nbsp;This combination of growth opportunities, favorable importing logistics and increasing market share make teams like this one from Colombia an important activity for Kansas Wheat and other state wheat commissions to work with USW to showcase the reliability, quality and value of the wheat grown here in the Heartland every year.&nbsp;Learn more about the different trade teams USW has organized this summer at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jkHmUvhoxhx4vHRMosE0GxH8voeFmhMa7Ss94GBq4RtUgK_ezKv3o55E2W7Ai8GPVhHwGgR7BgJrtqTgv3Jwe5kBOnA6CAPUoSk5Dqo6iQ4WRHcelEcASHia873nHtL8HvNnOs6VBzT0mAyeLU462ybzOsw98paG-gc858W9H0Pg_jlh0ubzL168iQDFGI3poOlkNrQQwKFrNdcMYZ0jP9mwTjLbYu4c&amp;c=SFQ3fv0pxvctaibfoUAkG2Bquco4w0i8Z_A_iQn96hrv1cBZzsRMUw==&amp;ch=9eoaQRe7dUE8q5c3xMOt80LJiwU1z04iQ25L5Kh3W7TQlf9oe6dPeA==" target="_blank">https://www.uswheat.org/wheatletter/u-s-wheat-customer-trade-teams-are-back/</a>.&nbsp; Written by Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wheat Scoop: USW trade team visit to KS reinforces importance of Colombia

Bombers Baseball in Great Bend is a non-profit association committed to the betterment of organized boy’s baseball in the Golden Belt Area.

We will be hosting tryouts at Great Bend Sports Complex for anyone 18 years and younger that is interested in playing baseball for the 2023 spring/summer season. Interested players must attend a tryout. Please contact below email with any questions or concerns.

7U/8u Information – 1:30-3:00 Aug. 14 - Can’t be 8 years old prior to May 1, 2023 for 7u and can’t be 9 years old prior to May 1, 2023 for 8u. Depending on the numbers trying out for 7u/8u we may have a 7u and an 8u team or it may be a combination.

9U Information – 3:00-4:30 Aug. 14 - Can’t be 10 years old prior to May 1, 2023.

10U Information – 4:30- 6:00 Aug. 14 – Can’t be 11 years old prior to May 1, 2023.

11U Information – 5:30 Aug. 9 – Can’t be 12 years old prior to May 1, 2023.

12U Information – 7:00 Aug. 9 – Can’t be 13 years old prior to May 1, 2023.

13U Information – 5:30 Aug. 10 – Can’t be 14 years old prior to May 1, 2023.

Make-up date for all ages – 7:00 Aug. 15 – Please RSVP for this so we know who to expect and what age group they are in.

Please bring all forms attached with you to the try-out in order to move through things quickly.

Bomber Registration and Waiver Form Fieldhouse Waiver Form

Additionally, if interested in coaching please contact gbbombersbaseball@gmail.com for coaching application. Passing a background check will be required. Current years coaches have 1st priority to continue with their team.

**Bombers cannot guarantee that an age group will have a team.

Additional Information: Cost for a 7u developmental team will be $200, 8U-12u teams will be $300, 13u will be $400 and 14u-18u is $500 due to the increased costs in tournament fees. Uniforms will be also be at the cost of the player family. There is a Non-refundable 50% deposit after team selection is determined. Remainder will be due in February, 2023. 

Depending on the number of participants in each age division Bombers Baseball reserves the right to have 1 or multiple teams per age division that may consist of a 1st team and a developmental team.

Bombers also reserves the right to not have an age group if not enough qualified players or coaching is available.

Commitment/Expectations – Typically there are a few practice/get-togethers in the fall and then some optional practices starting after the first of the year (indoors) with full practice schedule starting in March/April. Tournaments typically start in April and run through the first part of July. We do not expect to play tournaments every weekend but depending on the age and level of the team we try to play in a minimum of 30 games with weeknight games and weekend tournaments. More advanced teams may play 40+.

Thank you for your interest in Bombers Baseball. We look forward to seeing you at tryouts!

For more information or questions please email:

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 </figure>Bombers Baseball in Great Bend is a non-profit association committed to the betterment of organized boy’s baseball in the Golden Belt Area.We will be hosting tryouts at Great Bend Sports Complex for anyone 18 years and younger that is interested in playing baseball for the 2023 spring/summer season. Interested players must attend a tryout. Please contact below email with any questions or concerns.7U/8u Information – 1:30-3:00 Aug. 14 - Can’t be 8 years old prior to May 1, 2023 for 7u and can’t be 9 years old prior to May 1, 2023 for 8u. Depending on the numbers trying out for 7u/8u we may have a 7u and an 8u team or it may be a combination.9U Information – 3:00-4:30 Aug. 14 - Can’t be 10 years old prior to May 1, 2023.10U Information – 4:30- 6:00 Aug. 14 – Can’t be 11 years old prior to May 1, 2023.11U Information – 5:30 Aug. 9 – Can’t be 12 years old prior to May 1, 2023.12U Information – 7:00 Aug. 9 – Can’t be 13 years old prior to May 1, 2023.13U Information – 5:30 Aug. 10 – Can’t be 14 years old prior to May 1, 2023.14U-19U Information – 6:00 Aug. 11Make-up date for all ages – 7:00 Aug. 15 – Please RSVP for this so we know who to expect and what age group they are in.Please bring all forms attached with you to the try-out in order to move through things quickly.Bomber Registration and Waiver Form Fieldhouse Waiver FormAdditionally, if interested in coaching please contact gbbombersbaseball@gmail.com for coaching application. Passing a background check will be required. Current years coaches have 1st priority to continue with their team.**Bombers cannot guarantee that an age group will have a team.Additional Information: Cost for a 7u developmental team will be $200, 8U-12u teams will be $300, 13u will be $400 and 14u-18u is $500 due to the increased costs in tournament fees. Uniforms will be also be at the cost of the player family. There is a Non-refundable 50% deposit after team selection is determined. Remainder will be due in February, 2023. Depending on the number of participants in each age division Bombers Baseball reserves the right to have 1 or multiple teams per age division that may consist of a 1st team and a developmental team.Bombers also reserves the right to not have an age group if not enough qualified players or coaching is available.Commitment/Expectations – Typically there are a few practice/get-togethers in the fall and then some optional practices starting after the first of the year (indoors) with full practice schedule starting in March/April. Tournaments typically start in April and run through the first part of July. We do not expect to play tournaments every weekend but depending on the age and level of the team we try to play in a minimum of 30 games with weeknight games and weekend tournaments. More advanced teams may play 40+.Thank you for your interest in Bombers Baseball. We look forward to seeing you at tryouts!For more information or questions please email:gbbombersbaseball@gmail.com<figure>
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Tryouts for next year's Bombers Baseball coming up

The Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC),&nbsp;located northeast of Great Bend on K-156 Highway, is gearing up for its annual “Out of this World” Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party.

The public is invited to join the KWEC staff for this free, family-friendly activity. Each year, as the Earth passes through the dust and debris of the Swift-Tuttle comet, the Kansas Wetlands Education Center celebrates the end of summer with our guests by watching the meteors or shooting stars as they burn in our atmosphere.

This event coincides with the anticipated peak in meteor shower activity for the month on Aug. 12, from 8:30-10:30 p.m. Stargazers may be able to spot from 60-100 meteors per hour during this time. While we anticipate some potential light pollution from the last Supermoon (a full moon that occurs when the moon is closest to the Earth) of the calendar year that will peak the night before, the show will go on regardless of the conditions.

Guests at the meteor show watch party can also take advantage of an opportunity to learn about the science behind the remarkable images recently delivered by the James Webb Space Telescope.

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