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Highlights Week of May 29
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Hope and hilarity Chuck Terrill Christians are armed,dangerous
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Bel Aire |
Development forges ahead through tragedy Matt Heilman Tragedy hasn't derailed the project. Plans for the Tierra Verde health and wellness development in the 4700 block of North Webb Road in Bel Aire are moving ahead despite the loss of a key player.
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Birthdays & Anniversaries |
Celebrations May 30 through June 5
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Births |
Isabella Marilyn Martin Brandon and Ashley Martin of Park City announced the birth of their daughter, Isabella Marilyn Martin. She was born April 4, 2014, and weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 18.5 inches long.
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Columns |
From the library Janice Sharp, director Summer reading to be at LeVenue this year
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Heil on life Matt Heilman Rec commission shines in the summertime
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In the kitchen Lisa Strunk It may take months to finish project
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Out of the office Chris Strunk Saying farewell to an old friend
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The View from Sunflower Gardens Marilyn Bentley A late compliment to Kansas mothers
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Commentary |
What's on your mind Views from News readers
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Editorials |
Valley to thieves: Take it elsewhere This message is for all the thieves and would-be property bandits out there who think that Valley Center is ripe for the illegal picking. You're messing with the wrong people.
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General |
Highlights Week of May 29
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Heard on Main Street |
Heard on Main Street Week of May 29
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Kechi |
Kechi adopts county system for emergency planning Matt Heilman At its May 22 meeting, the Kechi City Council approved entering its staff and elected leaders into the state's Comprehensive Resource Management and Credentialing System (CRMCS) with Sedgwick County.
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Sunnydale non-profit continues restoration effort Matt Heilman The ongoing restoration effort of one of the area's most historic buildings is continuing in Sunnydale.
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Looking Back |
Looking Back Week of May 29
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Park City |
Hotel group receives customer award The News staff Best Western Wichita North Hotel & Suites has received a TripAdvisor Certificate, the company announced last week. The award, which honors hospitality excellence, is given to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide.
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Patients discovered in ‘unlivable’ home The News staff Two patients were transported to a Wichita hospital following a May 21 call that was classified as an offense against family and children in the 1600 block of East Beaumont in Park City.
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Study to provide feedback on pool Matt Heilman The residents will have a say. The Park City Council didn't commit to any action related to the city's pool that's was closed last year, but the group and Mayor Ray Mann seem to agree it's time to get a pulse on what the city wants.
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Police & Fire |
Blotter Buzz Week of May 29
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Park City police reports May 11 through 19
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Valley Center fire calls May 19 through 26
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Valley Center police reports May 19 through 26
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School |
Hornet Pride summer weights program to start next week The News Staff Valley Center weightlifting instructor Caleb Smith is hosting the Hornet Pride summer weights program from June 2 through Aug. 7 for male and female athletes in grades three through 12.
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Hornet golfers 11th at state tournament Matt Heilman The Valley Center High School golf team made it to the state's biggest stage, ending its season on a high note, even though the Hornets struggled against Class 5A's best at the May 27 state tournament at the Wichita Country Club.
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New volleyball coach hopes to continue legacy Randy Fisher Nearly 30 players gathered May 27 at Valley Center High School to meet new head volleyball coach Holly Rutter and listen to her describe her passion for the game.
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Ten Hornets to compete at state track Chris Strunk At a rainy Class 5A regional meet May 23 in Salina, 10 Valley Center High School athletes qualified for the Class 5A state track meet.
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Valley’s season ends with one-run loss Randy Fisher Followers of Valley Center High School softball who attended its regional tournament game May 22 in Goddard probably saw many things they had seen during the regular season.
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Sheriff |
Sheriff's reports May 18 through 25
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Valley Center |
Honoring veterans close to home Chris Strunk Legion hosts annual services in local cemeteries
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Murky water delays opening of city pool Chris Strunk Annual free day canceled
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Suspect arrested in liquor theft case The News staff Valley Center police have arrested a suspect in a case involving stolen wine coolers.
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Suspect in ATV, trailer theft arrested Chris Strunk Valley Center police have arrested a suspect in a couple of recent thefts and have recovered the items in the backyard of the man's residence in the Valley Meadow neighborhood.
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Valley too costly for summer ball team Matt Heilman Dawgs' home games out of town
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‘TV Time’ the theme of Fall Festival The News staff The chamber of commerce announced the theme this week. It was chosen by a group of volunteers and chamber leaders.
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