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USD 112 sets public hearing on Wilson building closure

CLAFLIN — While a vote this spring indicated the intention to close grades 7-12 in Wilson School, action taken by the Central Plains USD 112 board of education Monday night legally began that process.By a 5-1 vote Monday evening, the board approved a public hearing on the matter.

City hears presentations for possible new IT providers

The Ellsworth City Council met for its regular session Monday evening, where bids for the city’s information technology network were presented. The city requested bids from new carriers who were required to submit them for review no later than Nov. 7.

Birthday

Alyce Klema, Wilson, will celebrate her 100th birthday Monday, Nov. 28.Wilson Care and Rehab is planning “100 Years with 100 Cards” in honor of Alyce Klema. She was a partner with husband Jerry at Klema IGA, Wilson Recreation Center, etc.

Waymaster retains 109th house seat; to represent Ellsworth County

Incumbent Troy Waymaster (R-Bunker Hill) will serve another two-year term as 109th District State Representative in the Kansas House of Representatives.Waymaster defeated a general election challenge by Libertarian candidate Peter Solie of Lorraine in Ellsworth County, 1,723 to 403 in the Nov.

Opera House fundraiser

WILSON — Authentic Czech food, performances by the Wilson Czech Dancers, a demonstration of Czech egg-painting and an update from 2022 Miss Kansas Czech-Slovak Queen Hannah Andringa of Ellsworth were all part of the fun Saturday evening during the Wilson Czech Opera House Cesky Den fundraiser at...

Merger discussed at listening session

County leaders and residents met Nov. 2 at J.H. Robbins Memorial Library to discuss a possible merger between Ellsworth County Economic Development and the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce.

Business is growing at Walker Auto Service & Accessories in Kanopolis

KANOPOLIS — Jon Walker opened shop about five months ago where the old Kanopolis Tire & Lube shop used to be at 105 S. Kansas Ave. Since then, it’s been going well.“We like providing a service and are happy to do whatever someone needs,” Walker said.And Walker is not kidding.

Commission approves purchase of new truck

The 10-year payment- in-lieu-oftaxes agreement with Pattern Energy, owner of Post Rock Wind Farm, was discussed during Monday’s meeting of the Ellsworth County Commissioners.County Attorney Paul J.

Cashco wins state award

Along-time Ellsworth business has received significant recognition from the State of Kansas.During an Oct. 20 banquet in Topeka, hosted by the Kansas Department of Commerce, Cashco, Inc.

Lady Liberty shines in Wilson

WILSON — Exactly 136 years to the day the original Statue of Liberty was dedicated in New York City, a dedication ceremony for a miniature replica of the iconic statue was conducted Oct. 28 in Wilson’s American Legion Park.
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