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SYLVAN GROVE — The USD 299 board of education once again voted against moving forward with discussion about a land transfer of Wilson schools during Monday night’s meeting.
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It wasn’t typical of the grass fires usually brought under control by members of the Ellsworth Volunteer Fire Department. This one was a monster. It started Sept. 18 — on a blazing hot and windy Sunday afternoon in Ellsworth County — and spread into Lincoln County before the flames were extinguished.
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Iwear many hats at Midway Extension District. One of the most popular seems to be “Certified SHICK Counselor.” As a Certified SHICK Counselor, I offer free, confidential counseling regarding basic Medicare information and most specifically this time of year, prescription drug plan comparisons and enrollment. During Medicare Open Enrollment, I meet with Medicare beneficiaries to review their Part D (drug) plans. Medicare Open Enrollment occurs every year from Oct. 15-Dec. 7.
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106 YEARS AGO 1916 H.L. Smith came near having a big fire at the old Alderson place last Saturday. The ice house caught fire but was extinguished before any great damage was done.
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Read moreThe morning air has turned crisp, the temperatures have begun to drop, and the sun noticeably rises a little bit later every morning. It is definitely beginning to feel like fall on the farm.
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Early in October, 1869, George W. Martin, the editor of the Junction City Union, joined a party of railroad excursionists to travel to the west line of the Kansas border. The travelers were intending to “wend” their way to Abilene on the morning freight, but just as they arrived at Junction City’s Kansas Pacific depot they were met by Mr. Blaine Marshel, the Kansas Pacific superintendent. A special train was scheduled to convey him to the town of Phil Sheridan, the end of the line.
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