Hemp meal approved for use in laying hens opens new markets
Minnesota is among the first states in which hemp seed meal may be used in certain animal feed, opening new market options for industrial hemp growers.
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Skyline announces Winter Homecoming plans
Skyline Schools will host their annual Winter Homecoming Festivities on February 20 and 21 with the homecoming assembly at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, and the homecoming crowning at 7 p.m. on Friday.
Skyline club provides multiple outlets for students’ ambitions
The Skyline FFA has had a busy couple of months with some very exciting highlights to finish off the year. Going into 2025, they are reaping the rewards of their hard work and dedication. Some of the more service-oriented activities have been helping with the Christmas in the Park event as well as the annual T-Bird Club pancake feed. They also helped with the Thrive Ag Service Farm Showcase where they served lunch. This gave them the opportunity to learn from industry experts about subjects such as precision agriculture, seed technology, and the importance of providing the essential nutrients to plants at the right time in the growth process.
Barker and Clarkson crowned PHS royalty
Let’s Jive at Ribbert’s Diner was the theme for the 2025 Winter Homecoming Festivities held Friday, January 31 at Pratt High School.
Flippin Finds evolves from tables found by the road
Shortly after becoming a mom Mackenzie Musgrove decided a change in working environments might be in order. Working all day and spending a fortune on daycare for her then 6-month-old daughter, Musgrove did not like the idea of someone she didn’t know raising her child while she was at work. From this desire for independence comes a new store in Pratt, “Flippin Finds.”
Adventures in Reading: Raising a storm of questions
To improve effectiveness of weather warnings, the Weather-Ready National Program was established by the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). In short, they wanted to determine whether all Americans are benefitting from Severe Weather Communication. Their research established three specific things to consider: 1. How well are all members of the public informed of the severe weather threats? 2. How prepared are they before the event? 3. Did people take appropriate action once an event occurred?
Kiowa County Senior Center: Save the date for valentine fun
Save the date: Our Valentine Day Dinner will be Friday, Feb 14 at noon. the Kiowa County Pharmacy will sponsor the meal and it is for Kiowa County senior citizens and their invited guests. Please call Kari at 620-723-2288 for more information and reservations. The menu is Chicken Cordon Bleu, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, and Dessert. Next week’s menu:
Pratt archery team participates in Clearwater Archery Tournament
The Pratt High School archery team attended their first tournament of the year on Saturday, February 1, at Clearwater High School. Only three of the team’s archers were able to attend but they represented the team very well.
Grant catalog to increase opportunities for non-profit funding
South Central Community Foundation is excited to introduce a new pilot program called the Grant Catalog.
Tri-County Tribune Coming Events for February 2025
* Send your Coming Events for Pratt, Stafford, and Kiowa counties to jstultz@cherryroad.com for inclusion in this free listing of area events! Many people show up at these events because “they read it in the paper!”