Ft. Riley Army Sergeant Proud To Serve For His Country’s Independence While Riding Rodeo Bulls As Cowboy Fun Sport
“Freedom is not free.” There are sadly too many seemingly who yet do not understand that frequently quoted statement during Independence Days celebrations throughout the country.
Meatloaf And Homemade Pie Just Inkling Of Paxico’s Festival Lineup June 28
Yep, there’ll be the best meatloaf and homemade pie in the country. And, a whole lot more, too. “We have meatloaf and pie baking contests as special attractions, but a full packed daylong slate of additional activities are planned for our sixth annual Paxico Meatloaf Festival Saturday, June 28, at Paxico, right off Highway I70, Exits […]
Council Grove’s 32nd Anniversary ‘Indian Celebration’ Has Strong Entertainment Lineup
One of the most historic communities in the world plans a special celebration in recognition of its past this weekend. “Washunga Days are planned at Council Grove on the old Santa Fe Trail, Friday through Sunday, June 20-22,” announced Star Veh of the planning committee.
Osage County Economic Development Helps Entrepreneurs Develop New Businesses
Small town business success is difficult at the best. While that is a depressing statement, it is a sad fact. However, most conscientiously aware of the gloomy proven statistic, Osage County Economic Development is going above and beyond to assist entrepreneurs in developing rural enterprises that will continue to thrive.
Flint Hills Cowboy Reflects As Honored Rodeo Parade Grand Marshall
More than five decades in the saddle gives a cowboy broad perspective and certainly an opportunity to see ample changes in the profession and industry served. Couple bounteous generosity and diversity with desire and record of assisting others throughout the Flint Hills, this cowboy received semblance recognition for his honorable lifetime achievements during the recent […]
Draft Horse Pulled Planned By Burlingame Saddle Club June 14
Another special attraction is planned by the Burlingame Saddle Club. “We’re having our first annual Draft Horse Pull on Saturday evening, June 14, starting at 6 o’clock, in the arena, located at 829 South Rodeo Drive in Burlingame,” announced Pat Rusher, saddle club official.
Kansas Land Trust Plans Wildflower Tour Celebrating First Easement To Protect, Conserve Property
A 20th anniversary celebration recognizing the first easement of the Kansas Land Trust is scheduled Sunday, June 15, from 1 o’clock to 3 o’clock, at the Akin Prairie Conservation Easement near Lawrence, announced Ginny Moore, Lawrence, KLT executive director.
Kansas High School Rodeo Association Finals Again Set For Topeka
The Kansas High School Rodeo Finals will be in Topeka again this year. After being at Hutchinson for several years, the year-end championship competition, featuring the top 15 cowboys and cowgirls in all events at high school rodeos throughout the state last fall and this spring, returns to Topeka this year. It is scheduled June […]
Mud And Fun In The Rough Terrain At Cross Country Chaos Osage County Fund Raiser
No showers have been promised to wash off the mud. But, it’ll be a “fun time,” and there’ll be plenty to drink, eat, and visit about, while listening to live country-rock music, when it’s all through.
Farmer’s Wife To Sign Life’s Storybook At Alta Vista Park
The book “From High Heels To Gumboots, One Cow Pie at a Time” is a true tale of a city girl becoming a farmer’s wife.