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ABILENE – The National Archives at Kansas City, the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, and the Truman Center at the University of Missouri – Kansas City, have partnered to present two public programs commemorating Constitution Day, Friday, Sept. 16.

The Kansas City program is Thursday, September 15 at the National Archives, 400 West Pershing, beginning with a reception at 6 p.m. The program at 6:30 p.m. is a Moderated Discussion, “Ike, Harry, and the Constitution.”

Dr. Bob Beatty, Washburn University, is the Moderator. Contributing authors, Dr. James Giglio, Missouri State University, and Dr. Richard Damms, Mississippi State University, will discuss their research and findings from the recently published book, Presidents and the Constitution: A Living History edited by Ken Gormley.

On Friday, September 16, a Brown Bag Luncheon program will be held at noon in the Visitors Center auditorium of the Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene. A light lunch will be provided. Dr. Richard Damms, Mississippi State University, will speak about the President Dwight D. Eisenhower chapter he wrote for the Presidents and the Constitution book.

Following his talk, Damms will answer questions and sign copies of the book which will be available for purchase in the Presidential Gift Shop.

Funding for these programs has been provided by the William T. Kemper Charitable Trust.

About the Eisenhower Presidential Library
The Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, a nonpartisan federal institution, is part of the Presidential Libraries network operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential Libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. We preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire.

Ellis Co. Extension

In recent years, bed bug infestations have increased. While these pests are most often associated with clutter and filth, they have also been reported in the finest hotels and living accommodations. There is no specific explanation for the resurgence of bed bugs, although increased international travel and pesticides with reduced residual activity are thought to have contributed.

On Thursday, September 15th, at 7:00 PM, the Ellis County Extension Office is hosting an informational bed bug program called “Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!” This program will take place in the back meeting room of the Ellis County Extension Office at 601 Main St. in Hays. K-State Research and Extension Entomologist, Dr. J.P. Michaud, will provide information on the life cycle of bed bugs, what to look for, and steps to take if you find some.

This program is free to the public but it is requested that those interested in attending pre-register with the Ellis County Extension Office at (785) 628-9430, no later than Tuesday, September 13th.

If the thought of bed bugs makes your skin crawl, then this program is for you. Plan to join us on September 15th for “Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!”

By JAMES BELL
Hays Post

On Wednesday, Fort Hays State University officials, members of the community and students gathered on the FHSU campus for what was called a construction preview of what will be the newest academic building on campus.

The Center for Applied Technology and Sculpture is set to open for the 2017 semester and will replace the aging Davis Hall. Check out the video for highlights of the event or click HERE for more information.

111th District State Rep. Sue Boldra, R-Hays, is set to host a conversation with constituents from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at Breathe Coffee House, 703 Main.

The meeting is the first of six scheduled between now and Nov. 5.

The meetings are planned to discuss issues of importance and concern offered by constituents, according to the representative’s social media account.

Coffee and snacks will be provided and the meeting is open to the community.

Following events will be at the same location at the following times:
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Saturday, Nov. 5th from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Boldra is facing Hays Democrat Eber Phelps in the November general election.

 

 

 

 

 

TOPEKA – Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback last week announced more than $1 million in grants for the 2017 Federal Family Violence Prevention and Services Act grant program. The FVPSA grants provide funds to domestic violence programs that ensure services are available 24-hours a day and are free to domestic violence victims and their children.

Hays-based Options: Domestic & Sexual Violence Services was one of the grant recipients.

Many programs provide outreach, shelter, support groups, crisis intervention, advocacy in obtaining protection from abuse orders, court accompaniment, transportation, and prevention education in schools and communities.

2017 FVPSA Grant Awards

Allen
Hope Unlimited
$40,637

Barton
Family Crisis Center
$51,121

Butler
Family Life Center
$44,049

Crawford
Safehouse Crisis Center
$69,428

Douglas
The Willow Domestic Violence Center
$63,377

Ellis
Options: Domestic & Sexual Violence Services
$67,783

Finney
Family Crisis Services
$46,918

Ford
Crisis Center of Dodge City
$44,802

Harvey
Harvey Co. Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Task Force
$46,517

Johnson
SAFEHOME
$128,952

Leavenworth
Alliance Against Family Violence
$46,492

Lyon
SOS
$49,617

Reno
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Center
$49,579

Riley
Crisis Center
$70,299

Saline
Domestic Violence Association of Central Kansas
$58,804

Sedgwick
Catholic Charities, Harbor House
$74,465

Sedgwick
YWCA of Wichita
$74,465

Seward
Liberal Area Rape Crisis/Domestic Violence Services
$41,917

Shawnee
YWCA Center for Safety & Empowerment
$66,546

Wyandotte
Friends of Yates
$58,410

TOTAL
$1,194,178

Love’s Travel Stop locations in Hays and Ellis are raising money for Via Christi Hospitals in Wichita, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital affiliate, through Sept. 30. On Saturday, Sept. 17, the Hays store will host a family event to raise money in front of Big Creek Crossing Mall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be games, snow cones, hamburgers, cotton candy, face painting and more. All donations go to the hospital.

The event is part of Love’s Travel Stops annual companywide campaign to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. All the money raised in Hays and Ellis goes to Via Christi. From Aug. 26 through Sept. 30, more than 390 locations are raising money for local CMN hospitals by selling paper balloons for $1, $5 or $20, and hosting various events. For 18 years, Love’s and its customers have raised more than $15 million to help sick and injured children.

CMN Hospitals raises money for 170 partner hospitals across North America. For more, click HERE.

Breezy and warmer today with highs in the mid 80’s. Southerly winds will increase to 15 to 25 mph.
Overall, the end to the weekend will be nice before some changes come next week.

A front passes through the forecast area on Monday, and thunderstorm chances will increase across the area. Temperatures cool down noticeable to below normal on Tuesday with highs only reaching the mid 60’s. Rain chances increase again towards the end of the next week.

Today: Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind 10 to 15 mph.

Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 11 to 17 mph.

Monday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. North wind 13 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 65. North wind 10 to 15 mph.