On Thursday, November 3, Breanna Massoth will celebrate her one-year anniversary as a store owner downtown Pratt with a special open house from 5-7 p.m. at Turquoise & Tines Boutique, 208 1/2 S. Main, Pratt. It’s been a year of ups and downs, a journey Massoth said has been filled with miracles and opportunity.
Special to the Tribune “YOU WANT A FRIEND IN WASHINGTON? GET A DOG!” Harry S. Truman I know many have been waiting for it and some have been dreading it.
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and Jennifer Stultz, Pratt Tribune, contributed to this report Fentanyl and other potent synthetic opioids ingrained in the nation’s illicit drug supply are killing more people in the U.S. than any other drug has, south-central Kansas included.
Garden Mums As soon as garden chrysanthemums are done flowering, you may cut the plants back to 2 to 3 inches high. Some gardeners prefer to leave the top growth so that it provides some protection from fluctuating soil temperatures.
A new critter is fast becoming a common sight in central Kansas. It has a tiny head with a long pointy little snout and perky little ears, much like an anteater. It’s armor-plated from head to toe, sort of like a mini rhinoceros. It has claws so long they seem out of proportion to the rest of its body. Its tail is as long as its body, and is jointed and armor plated clear to the tip. Yup, you guessed it, it’s an armadillo.
Did you know your choice in Halloween candy can affect the status of wildlife around the world? It may seem a little far-fetched, but because that chocolate bar or piece of candy you eat almost certainly contains palm oil or one of its derivatives, if it is not sustainably sourced its production may be resulting in the loss of vast areas of animal habitat.
and the head of Britain’s MI5 security service recently made an unprecedented joint appearance to warn the world of a singular danger. Speaking to business leaders in London, they warned that the Chinese government poses the biggest longterm threat to the economic and national security of the United States, Great Britain, and their allies.
Colby Gordon and Troop 201 of Pratt Eagle Scouts recently finished the installation of a brand new Gaga Ball playing arena at Lemon Park. The project helps Gordon meet requirements for his Eagle Scout certification.
Gary Schmidt is running for reelection to the Pratt City Commission. A long-time resident of Pratt, former Mayor and current Vice-Mayor, Schmidt had this to say about the state of Pratt civic issues.