Quilts Go From Covers To Barns With Special Book Signing Scheduled
“Quilts belong on beds, or across the lap when going for a sleigh ride on a snowy Christmas morning, perhaps around one’s legs while relaxing in the easy chair, or maybe just a pretty throw over the back of the divan.” Well, at least that used to be the case with the beautiful, uniquely and […]
World Renowned Singing Cowboy At Home In the Mountains Or Small Country Church
“Bear is a modern-day singing cowboy.” No sparkling outfits like the silver screen make-believes of the mid-past century, nor rough-gruff look of some “country singers,” with depilated, dirty hats of today, but “Bear” looks the cowboy-way he lives, with his own guitar accompaniment singing beautiful songs everyone can understand and are proud for their kids […]
No Question About It, This All-Around Cowgirl Is A Real Athlete In The Arena
“This is a real cowgirl.” “She’s an all-around hand from get go.” Like in all sports and professions, people come in all levels of abilities and unique aspects, yet few excel in more than one or two areas.
Business Meeting Procedures Critical
“The meeting will come to order. We are now conducting a meeting of the Council Grove FFA Chapter.” It’s been close to a half century since we last made that announcement, but strong reflections came to us Saturday morning during the Morris County 4-H Club Day. Our grandson was serving as vice president in the […]
Leading Agriculture Spokespersons For Tuesday Evening’s Farm Profit Conference
There’s plenty of time to sign up for supper and an outstanding agriculture information program. Likewise, the agriculture related businesses who’d like to advertise their products and services on 580 WIBW with the added benefits of sponsoring the aforementioned presentation still have that opportunity as well.
Elimination Of Income Tax Would Put Major Burden On Property Owners
“Two things are certain: people must pay taxes and die.” There are those who claim they don’t mind paying taxes, because it is an indication of prosperity, and somebody has to support all of the conveniences which taxes support. “Even though taxes are not always fair, they are essential for survival of local, state and […]
Frozen Pipes Serious Matter
“There’s no water.” Temperatures outside were subzero, but cupboards were left open so pipes wouldn’t freeze as north winds blew. Yet, we’d had several cups of instant coffee already, and bathroom facilities were operating earlier in the morning.
Results Told From Annual Rodeo At Kansas State University
It’s in the books, and recorded as one of the best in 67 years. “That’s the 58th K-State Rodeo, and the 67th year of rodeos at Kansas State University in Manhattan,” calculated Beth McQuade, advisor for the K-State Rodeo Club, event sponsor. “We had 422 contestants enter the recent 2014 K-State Rodeo representing the Central Plains […]
College Cowboy One Of Most Promising Rodeo Steer Wrestlers In the Country
Future in the sport of rodeo has become even more promising for one college cowboy. Tanner Brunner won the steer wrestling competition at the annual Kansas State University Rodeo in Manhattan. Actually, it’s a continuation of successes this winter for the Ramona, Kansas, ranch native who’s a K-State junior studying animal science. Serving as captain […]
‘Emotion’ Best Way To Relate Real Farm Food Story To Largely Misinformed Consuming Public
Just what can one say when talking about the nation’s best known agriculture spokesperson? The farm wife who does pull calves, bale hay, shops at the grocery store, mom of five making sure they’re where they’re supposed to be, often with them for support, still cooks breakfast, dinner, and supper, plus much more. She’s the […]