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Ranchland Trust announces photography contest winners

Winners have been announced for the 11th annual Ranchland Trust of Kansas (RTK) photography contest. Photographers of all ages submitted photos that showcase the mission of RTK, “To preserve Kansas’ ranching heritage and open spaces for future generations through the conservation of working landscapes.”

Wreaths Across America accepting donations for veteran project

2022 will mark the 31st anniversary of Worcester Wreath Company donating Maine wreaths to adorn the headstones of our Nation’s veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. In addition to wreaths destined for Virginia, Worcester Wreath will again donate 8 ceremonial wreaths to over 3,100 locations across the Country.

Paige Harding’s Purple Pals success story

A former Miss Dodge City Paige Harding was recently recognized as a Next-Gen Under 30 recipient for her work with Alzheimer’s disease and her non-profit caregiver relief program called Purple Pals. The Washburn University student is in her second year in law school.

Current Miss Kansas turns trauma into help for others

HAYS, Kan. – Simply put, I created this column so that I could write stories about remarkable people like the reigning Miss Kansas, Ayanna Hensley. Life for Ayanna was a challenge from the start. She grew up in Dodge City, the child of two parents whose substance abuse issues led to related criminal activity. She never knew what would happen when she got up each day or what awaited her after the school day.

Tricks to make fall pumpkins into treats

Storing Pumpkins Whether you grow your own or purchase pumpkins, there are some tricks to make them last. Make sure the pumpkin wasn’t harvested too early; before the rind developed a hard, waxy layer to keep it from drying out and shriveling.

Pumpkin patch fun can happen anywhere

It was not the pumpkin patch outdoors, but ladies gathered at the Sunflower Senior Center to pick out their pumpkin to decorate inside last week. A big thank you to Jill Stimatze Osborne for donating the pumpkins.

God is truth and the greatest comforter; why deny someone in recovery this encouragement

Dear Editor: In response to the article in the Wednesday, October 12, 2022, Tribune article on page A3, regarding leaving Christ-centered part out of Cody’s House, I would like to make the following comments. It is apparent the author has not considered the source of the air she breaths or the complexity of her eyes which she uses every waking minute of her day and night, or many other complexities around us.