While Memorial Day was celebrated in a way that is different from what we’re accustomed to -- by standing apart in family groups, bumping elbows instead of shaking hands, and keeping distance from one another, but we’ll get through the challenges the coronavirus has brought, retired Gen. Mi…
The 35th Annual Kansas 8 Man All Star Football games scheduled for Saturday, June 13th have been cancelled.
In asking for a donation for the local Legion baseball teams, coach Todd Slagle said two teams affiliated with the program intend to play this year despite the national program calling off the season.
By Ryan D. Wilson
The Clay Center Aquatic Park will be opening for the 2020 season. Per the Governors orders, the pool’s opening date is June 8 with a max amount of 135 people.
Clay County Clerk Kayla Wang announced that Susan Mall, Clay Center, has filed as a Republican Party candidate for Register of Deeds by paying the fee and Christine Swaim, Clay Center, has filed by petition as a Republican Party candidate for County Treasurer.
Deena Horst, Republican, has filed for re-election to the Kansas State Board of Education, District 6, which includes all or part of 24 counties including Clay County
Earlier this week, Gov. Laura Kelly announced revisions to Phase 2 of the re-opening plan, which goes into effect tomorrow, May 22.
On Monday, Clay County Commissioners discussed how they will pay for the new ambulance and another one EMS Director Rocky Cramer would like to order in 2022.
The Clay County Highway Department has been busy, and soon they’ll be chip-sealing.
Craig Bowser, a Republican seeking the Kansas Senate 22nd District seat occupied by Tom Hawk, a Democrat, said he’s running as “an opportunity to give back.” The 22nd District represents constituents in mostly Clay and Riley counties.
Last night the Clay Center City Council approved finalizing refinancing general obligation bonds for Public Utilities, including an ordinance authorizing the sale of bonds, which take place today.
Though the Clay Center American Legion has announced plans to cancel this year’s Memorial Day service due to the COVID-19 pandemic, an alternative is planned.
Here’s what USD-379 students turning in laptops and iPads need to know before bringing them to check-in:
Clay County Health Department is announcing an additional case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Clay County.
Despite the state not moving into Phase 2, Clay County Commissioners agreed Monday to open Clay County Park anyway, beginning on May 18.
While the state did not move to Phase 2 of the governor’s plan reopening plan, there have been a few changes to Phase 1 since that phase started May. The county approved those changes as a part of its reopening plan, to include:
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The thing you should remember about Tracey Mann, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives is that he is the “most conservative candidate the race.” Those are his words, in a stop he made in Clay Center Friday.
Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) will be transitioning ownership of CrossFit Clay Center to Ryan and Nikki Sanneman effective June 1.
The Clay County Animal Rescue and Education Center’s Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) program for stray and feral cats was scheduled to start April 1.
The Clay County Commission met in a special session yesterday to take the first step necessary to seek a $300,000 grant to help out local small businesses.
More than 60 seniors were recognized for senior scholarship/honor night Wednesday, which was held online through a pre-recorded video posted on the district’s social media sites.
Clay County Clerk Kayla Wang announced that the following have filed for the committeeman and committeewoman seat on the Clay County Republican Party Committee:
Beginning on Monday, May 18, and continuing through Sunday, May 31, travelers can expect increased police presence on city streets as Clay Center Police join other law enforcement agencies in aggressively enforcing Kansas occupant restraint and other traffic laws as part of the 2020 Kansas C…
For the Third District Seat of the Clay County Commission, incumbent David Thurlow, Wakefield, is running for re-election, a position he’s held for almost 20 years.
On Monday he USD-379 school board hired five people, including Jody Bures-Helton as a school psychologist, Dalton Haist as strength and conditioning, P.E. and weights coach at CCCHS, Joshua Keim as a science teacher at Wakefield School, Suzanne Ahlbert as a school nurse and Melissa Shivers a…
Commissioners learned Monday, that there has been quite a bit of progress at Clay County Park in developing a plan to re-open and to prepare the park to be opened to the public, according to the minutes of Monday's county commission meeting.
Change is sometimes difficult, particularly when it involves your family and an integral member of the community. Clay Center and the Tiger Football family has to say, “goodbye and good luck,” to Coach Theodore “Ted” Brown and his family. Late last month, Coach Brown accepted a new position…
Clay County will need help in running the primary and general elections, County Clerk Kayla Wang told county commissioners in providing them with information on the upcoming elections at Monday’s meeting.
Clay County Medical Officer (CCMC) has announced Dr. John Kelley has been selected as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This is a new position at CCMC, and one that is very important as CCMC continues to expand services.
The Clay County Educational Endowment Association (CCEEA) recently awarded Teacher Mini-grants totaling $1,980 intended for use in the classroom to provide supplementary educational materials or to implement an idea which might not otherwise have been possible to accomplish.
With the online classes coming to an end, district staff reported that they are making plans for the summer and hope to offer pretty close to what they normally offer for the summer.
USD-379 will honor staff members with a drive-through “Expect Success” celebration on Friday, May 22, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CCCHS parking lot. A meal will be provided for USD-379 staff members.
Yesterday, Clay County commissioners agreed to re-open Clay County Park when the state enters Phase 2 of reopening, which tentatively is set to begin Monday, May 18.
For the Third District Seat of the Clay County Commission, Sheila Haley, Clay Center, who filed as a Democrat, is challenging incumbent David Thurlow, Wakefield, who filed as a Republican. Voters will have the opportunity to choose between the two candidates in the general election, assuming…
With the weather cooperating, Clay County road crews have accomplished a lot, as indicated in a report to county commissioners on Monday.
Gilbert promoted to director of Salina Presbyterian Manor
On Monday Pawnee Mental Health provided Clay County Commissioners with a Proclamation declaring the Month of May as Mental Health Month 2020. Commissioner Mayo made the motion to adopt the Proclamation declaring the Month of May as Mental Health Month. Commissioner Carlson seconded and the m…
The Wakefield City Council agreed Monday to participate in a survey and a study that will take them a step closer to improving the city sewer collection system and obtaining a grant that might help them pay for it.
On Monday, Clay Center Parks and Recreation posted they are accepting registrations for a few divisions for the 2020 season until Friday or until full. Teams for fast pitch softball for 9- and 10-year-olds and kid pitch baseball for 10- to 12-year-olds have filled up.
While the stay-at-home order has expired and allowed may businesses and organizations to reopen the doors this week, the coronavirus is still very much on everyone’s minds.
After an hour-long discussion with county officials in a work session Monday, the Wakefield City Council agreed in the form of a motion that at the regular meeting that followed that they are comfortable with Clay County Park’s plan to reopen. The park’s plan call for procedures for campers …
The Wakefield City Council also discussed in great detail last night how they planned to reopen Wakefield and approved a measure to help keep local businesses safe.
Yesterday, the Clay County Commission approved a reopening plan that pretty much follows the state’s plan for reopening with a few minor additions.
Lori Huber, Director of the Clay County Economic Development Group, has received confirmation that the federal unemployment compensation should be paying out benefits by the end of May.
Clay County Clerk Kayla Wang announced that the following have filed for the committeeman and committeewoman seat on the Clay County Republican Party Committee:
Highway Administrator Bobby Shomper informed commissioners that Undersheriff Jim Bogart had asked if the department would be able to assist in the restructuring of the shooting range that the Clay County Sheriff’s Department uses for activities and for range certification.
Clay County attorney Rick James announced that he has filed for re-election, officially making the county attorney’s race a contested race.
On Monday, County Clerk Kayla Wang presented commissioners a quote from Double L Manufacturing LLC on a locked drop off box for the Courthouse:
Commissioners agreed Monday to accept a bid for tack oil to be used in chip sealing in Clay County. They agreed to replace a bridge with a tube, denied a request for rock on a dirt road and agreed to allow the Highway Department assist the Sheriff’s Department in building a shooting range.
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