K-State Grazing School scheduled for June 8

K-State Research and Extension - Wildcat District, Kansas Grazing Land Coalition, and NRCS will host Southeast Kansas Grazing and Forage School on June 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Southeast Research and Extension Center, 25092 Ness Rd., Parsons.

Earliest safety precaution signs were simple in design

The words “Stop, Look, Listen” might evoke song titles, childhood lessons or everyday common sense. The phrase comes from the 1800s; specifically, from the advent of railroads. Railroad travel was revolutionary, but, like most emerging technologies, brought new dangers along with its advantages.

Labette Community College issues honor rolls

Labette Community College (LCC) is pleased to announce the students who have been honored for their outstanding academic achievements during the Spring 2024 semester.

Sportsmen’s Association anglers take home tournament prizes

The Sportsman’s Club fishing tournament winners received prizes for the biggest fish in each age group. The six years old and under big fish was caught by Cooper Miller with an 8.6 pound catfish. Adley Ellison was second with a 1.93 pound bass and Jackson Hutching was third in the class with a 1.

Historical fiction a favorite genre

My favorite kind of literature is historical fiction. When traveling, we sometimes visit places I’ve read about in books or periodicals.For instance, we visited a plantation and cemetery south of Franklin, TN which is the setting for the book “The Widow of the South”.

Meatball benefit for 4-H planned

Have you been curious about what has been going on at the 4-H Building? If you would like to see the updates and enjoy a meal at the same time, head over Wednesday, June 5 between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Labette announces 100th graduating class

Labette Community College (LCC) announces its 100th graduating class, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. This centennial commencement celebration was held on Friday, May 10, 2024, in Forest Park at the Seaton Family Pavilion, located at 13th & Broadway in Parsons.

PEO announces contest winners

P.E.O. International Chapter BT of Baxter Springs held a pie and cake auction at Baxter’s Cowtown Day celebration. Winners in the adult division were for cake: Lawana Binns, first place; Phyllis Abbott, second place; and Alma Cook, third place.

Concert canceled

Due to illness, the Crusaders will be unable to perform at the Crestline First Baptist Church Sunday, May 19.

McNemar graduates from Auburn

Riley Breann McNemar, daughter of Dr.