Great Plains Wondering: What was going on at the gas station?
There was nothing typical about that morning.
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Bailey is new owner of Rick’s
Leanah Bailey, new owner and manager of Rick’s Restaurant just west of Pratt on US Highway 54 loves feeding people. Even though there have been some bumps in her start as a restaurant owner in the past week, she couldn’t be happier about this new place she is at in her life.
Letters to the Editor policy
The Tri-County Tribune welcomes letters to the editor, particularly those addressing current community issues. Letters are generally limited to 300 words and should deal with a specific subject. Letters are limited to one per writer per print. All letters are subject to editing for grammar, spelling, taste and length. Letters must be the writer’s original work, and the writer’s name, address and phone number must be included. (The name and home town are printed, but not the address or phone number.)
Here’s our Athletes of the Week – Delp and Anschutz, week 8
Athletes of the Week – week 8 Emmett Delp Freshman Emmet Delp at St. John High School has been contributing in a big way to the success of the Tigers…
Free developmental screening planned in Pratt
A free screening clinic for children from birth-to-5 will be held in Pratt to help parents determine if their child’s development is age-appropriate. The screening is planned for Friday, February 21st at the Pratt First United Methodist Church, 100 N. Jackson St. Appointments are necessary so appropriate screening can be accomplished.
Use cold winter days to plan for spring landscape projects
By Debbi MaysterOn Behalf of TurfMutt Special to the Tribune By the time February arrives, it can seem like spring will never come. But there is no time like the…
Mavericks head into post-season wrestling bolstered by first-year success
Four boys and one girl make up the first-year Kiowa County High School wrestling team. Under the leadership of experienced coaches Shawn Cannon and Colton Oshel, the group is experiencing growth and success while building something new for the Mavericks nation.
Kansas Insight: More homes than one
Recently, a work trip prompted a quick trip to Fresno, Calif., where I attended college to earn my undergraduate degree. The trip was past due; it had been nearly 10 years since my last visit.
Comforter Blitz welcomes participants
All are welcome to join the fun at the 17th annual Mennonite Central Committee Comforter Blitz on March 3, 4 and 5 at Journey Facility at the Yoder Campus (activity building behind Charis Community Church), one mile north of Yoder, Kansas. Blitz times are Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Note we have extended hours again on Tuesday this year.
Creating energy independence at home
As more frequent extreme weather events pose a threat to aging infrastructure or cause power outages, more homeowners are looking for ways to improve their energy security. One Nebraska homeowner, Eric Williams, has built a system that allows his home to function as a small-scale “nano grid,” capable of running independently from the main utility when needed.