Fishing versus kite flying
I have to quit reading page 8A of these papers. I know what I planned on writing but it doesn’t take much for me to get off track. This week, the Editor, Jennifer, got me thinking in another direction.
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Initiate action against bagworms before they take over
Bagworms are or will soon be present throughout Kansas feeding on both broadleaf and evergreen trees and shrubs. Therefore, now is the time to initiate action against this insect pest. Bagworms are primarily a pest of conifers but have expanded their host range to include a number of broadleaf plants, such as; rose, honeylocust, and flowering plum.
Considerations for camping with canines
Spring presents a won- derful opportunity to spend time in the great outdoors with your pet. From long hikes to relaxing nights sitting around a campfire, there are many fun camping activities dogs enjoy being a part of.
The toad abode
There’s just something about a toad that “conjures” up visions of a witch in a huge black hat with a big hairy wart on her nose mumbling spells as she stirs a bubbling pot full of potion. Toads just look creepy, and then of course there is that propensity they possess to pee on anyone picking them up. Despite having a face only a mother could love, toads are extremely important to our planet. It is reported that a toad can eat ten thousand insects in one summer and are a big part of natures pest patrol (the person who did the counting for that study really needs a life!)
Meal sponsors needed; menus shared
We are looking for people or entities to sponsor meals for the Kiowa County Senior’s over the next few months. Our goal is to have 2 sponsored meals a month. You can choose a regular day or sponsor a special/holiday meal. Please call Kari at 620-723-2288. Cost varies depending on how many attend that specific meal.
Members start to prepare for the fair
On April 10, the monthly meeting of the Golden Valley 4-H Club was held at the Iuka City Hall. There were many items discussed to prepare for the upcoming fair.
Follow the money: How Kansas lawmakers are spending $3.1 billion in budget surplus
In a stark turn from its more austere budgetary past, the state of Kansas will likely close out the fiscal year in June with a larger-than-expected $2.7 billion surplus, thanks to federal relief funds.
Kansas foster families say attorneys representing foster kids in court are failing those children
Guardians ad litem say their heavy caseloads make it hard to be everywhere at once. Foster parents want them to know the children they represent better.
A season of change: Live by faith
A letter to my daughter celebrating the third anniversary of her college graduation this month! Did you ever wonder what your kid was doing?? Wonder why they were making the choices they were making?? Well here is a little of our story I wrote to my daughter in 2019!
Weltmer is more than a neighbor in beef country
Kansas beef producers are no strangers to adversity. They deal with Mother Nature, meat substitutes and industry misconceptions; however, they do not fight alone. We have allies in each other and in our agriculture checkoff counterparts. These partnerships amplify the Beef Checkoff programs that increase demand for beef.