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USD 251 North Lyon County Asks for Community Input on School Improvements

USD 251 North Lyon County is inviting all district residents to participate in a survey about potential school facility improvements. The survey is a crucial step in the district’s effort to gather community feedback on options being considered by the Board of Education to address aging school facilities.

The survey builds on a two year long study by the Strategic Planning Committee that was appointed by USD 251 board of education members. The short survey will ask for opinions on options recommended by the committee. The results will directly inform future discussions and decisions about the next steps.

The survey opens on or about September 26 and will be available online and in paper format. While all regis-

tered voters will receive a paper copy by mail, the district strongly encourages individuals residing within the district to complete the online version. All patrons, regardless of voter registration status, can access the survey online. Each person of voting age should complete their own survey to ensure accurate results. The deadline to complete the survey is October 10.

You can access the survey by visiting https://www. usd251.org. Paper surveys can be returned by mail or dropped off at any school or the district office at 614 Main Street in Americus. Survey results will be presented at the USD 251 Board of Education meeting on November 12. The full report will be available on the district website shortly after the meeting.

The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Visit Emporia, is thrilled to announce the launch of the ESB Financial Holiday Plaza, a brand-new holiday attraction coming to downtown Emporia this winter.

Located at 923 Commercial Street, the ESB Financial Holiday Plaza will feature a 60x40-foot synthetic outdoor ice skating rink surrounded by festive decorations, food trucks, and events! The plaza will officially kick off on November

20 in celebration of ESB Financial’s 125th Anniversary and will run through the end of January. “Bringing this kind of winter experience to downtown Emporia is a major win for the community,” said Chirtsian Keisler -Interim CEO Chamber of Commerce. “It gives families, businesses, and visitors a fun and festive reason to come downtown and celebrate the holiday season together.” The project is made possible through the sponsorship of ESB

Financial and collaboration between the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce and Visit Emporia. The ice rink will be open throughout the season, with special events, private rentals, and community nights planned. Dates to be determined and schedule will be released in the coming weeks. For details on hours, events, or private rentals, please contact the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce at 620-342-1600 or visit https://emporiakschamber.org.

Reading 4-H Club

The Reading 4-H club kicked off 4-H week with 4-H Sunday at United Methodist Church in Reading helping with service and attending. We had our October meeting on October 8th. We welcome the new Lyon County Extension agent Allison Williams to our meeting. The Club has a display set up at The Miracle Cafe for the patrons to see our projects along with posters. The 4-H club is also organizing the games for the trunk or treat this month. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday November 12th at 6:45 pm.

The Veterans of Emporia invite you to participate in this year’s Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11. The parade is at 9:30 a.m. To participate in the parade, all entries must be received by October 15. You can enter at https://visitemporia.com/veterans-paradeforms/ or call the American Legion Post 5 at (620) 342-1119.

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Freedom Fest FOOD PANTRIES

The 22nd Annual Freedom Fest Celebration is scheduled for November 8 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.! All fitness levels can participate in competitive or noncompetitive events, including runs or walks, cycling, disc golf, and more.

The 2025 Freedom Fest Events include: Wagon Wheel Freedom Run 5K (Virtual and On-Site), Freedom Rides: 20 Mile Ride (Virtual and On-Site) or 52 Mile Ride (Virtual only), Dynamic Disc Freedom Fest Open, Vigilance Martial Arts Norwegian Foot March (On-site only), Southern Star Warrior Spur Challenge (On-Site only) and the Freedom Fest Expo.

Registration for all events are now open. For more information on events, schedules and merchandise, visit Emporia Freedom Fest at emporiafreedomfest. org. Online registration ends on November 7.

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FUNDRAISER

Unique quality personalized jewelry Serpentine Hallway Newman Regional Health 1201 w 12th Ave Emporia, KS 66801

Thursday, Oct 16th 8am-4pm

Friday, Oct 17th 8am-3pm

Newman Regional Health Volunteers are a partner of Newman Regional Health Proceeds go toward Healthcare Scholarships Cash, Check, Card, or NRH Payroll deduct accepted.

EMPORIA

The First Christian Church food pantry at 1702 W. 15th Ave. is open the last Monday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m or until food is gone. Enter on the west side of the building.

The First United Methodist Church Food Pantry, 823 Merchant, is open each Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. You are allowed to pick up food once a month.

LEBO

The Lebo Community Food Pantry located behind the Lebo Baptist Church is open Mondays 5-7 p.m., Thursdays 9-11 a.m., and the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m.noon.

This is open to residents of 66856 and 66868.

HARTFORD

The Hartford Community Food Pantry, 201 E. Park Ave., will be open Saturday, October 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Clothing and some household goods are available.

This is open to residents of the USD #252 School District, Jacobs Creek and residents of Reading.

Community Causes

OLD SCHOOL HAUNTED HOUSE

The 5th Annual Chase County Old School Haunted House will be held on October 17 and 18 from 7-11 p.m. This year, they say it is even bigger than last year. They will have Fortune Teller, hayrack rides from 7-9 p.m., bonfire and S’mores. This is held at the Old School Community Center, 518 3rd, Cottonwood Falls. All profits go toward upgrades to the community center. Call 620-340-3249 with questions or to volunteer.

BISCUITS AND GRAVY BREAKFAST

The Verdigris Valley Foundation will be serving a biscuit and gravy breakfast on Saturday, October 18 at the Madison Sauder Center from 8 AM to 10 AM. Proceeds from this event support the operation of the Center and projects for the community.

BISCUIT AND GRAVY BREAKFAST

The Olpe Knights of Columbus hold their biscuits and gravy breakfast on Sunday, October 26 from 7:30-10 a.m. at the Knights Hall in Olpe. All proceeds from the freewill donations at the breakfasts benefit their local charities.

ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE

The North Lyon County Veterans Memorial Project, Inc. is collecting aluminum cans. Cans must be in a bag and dropped off at the North Lyon County Veterans Memorial Site, Bushong, in the caged area.

LOGAN AVENUE 5K

Logan Avenue Elementary School is hosting a 5k at 9 a.m. on October 18, beginning at the school. Logan Avenue PTA is looking for event participants and sponsors. Those interested in participating can register through the Emporia Recreation Center.

DINING • ARTS ENTERTAINMENT

BLUEGRASS NIGHT

The public is invited to Annual Bluegrass Night on Friday, October 17, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. held at the Prairie PastTimes Gallery of Flint Hills Art & Crafts, 220 ½ Broadway, Cottonwood Falls.

Players from across the region will provide traditional acoustic music on fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin and bass. “All musicians and listeners are welcome to join us> It should be a toe-tapping evening!” says organizer Annie Wilson, of Emma Chase Friday Night Music. “We expect some hot pickers - itchin’ to play since coming home from the big festival last month at Winfield!”

Held for the past 26 years, Emma Chase Friday Night Music is on the First, Third and Fifth Fridays of every month (although not 5th Friday this month due to falling on Halloween). The Jam Session is one of the “8 Wonders of Kansas” and is on the “Kansas Bucket List.” www.facebook.com/EmmaChaseMusic.

BINGO

The Lebo American Legion Post 323 will hold Bingo on Saturday, October 25 Early Bird is at 6:30 p.m. Regular Bingo begins at 7 p.m.

BINGO IN BURLINGTON

Join in on the bingo fun every second Wednesday of each month at the Rock Creek Country Club, 304 North 16th. Doors open at 5 p.m. Early bird starts at 6:30 p.m. Regular Bingo begins at 7 p.m. Concessions and bar service available. Floyd Lewis Foundation

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

NLC Youth Association (NLCYA) Community Breakfast will be held Saturday, October 18, 7-10 a.m., NLC Community Center, 108 E 7th Street, Allen.

Menu includes sausage, bacon, biscuits & gravy, eggs, fried potatoes, breakfast burritos, cinnamon rolls, coffee/juice. Cost is $10/person. Dine in or carry out. Proceeds support operational needs of the non-profit community center and child development center facilities.

OPEN HOUSE

The Vernon H. Buck Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7957 will hold an Open House at 302 South Commercial Street on October 18, 2025, from 9 am to noon. Coffee, pastries, fruit and veggie trays will be available to the attendees at this come and go event. The Post would like to invite first responders and law enforcement personnel to stop on Saturday morning.

The VFW sponsors the Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest with an October 31 deadline, so any junior high or high school students or parents or teachers and essay judges that have questions about

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Lyon County, Kansas and Incorporated Areas

The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Lyon County, Kansas and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Lyon County, Kansas and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp, or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

the contest can have them answered at the open house. Match Day Donors, current and future, are also very welcome. An open house is a great way to check out the facilities for a possible birthday or garbage sale site.

A wonderful opportunity to find out more about what a VFW does for veterans and the community; and maybe see about criteria for becoming a member of the VFW.

Mark the calendar: Oct 18, 9-12, 302 S. Commercial, VFW Open House

WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER

Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31 5:30-7 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church Parking Lot, 2 Neosho Street in Emporia. Hosted by First United Methodist Church and Grace United Methodist Church. Space is blocked off for safety. Hot dogs, candy and more. All are welcome.

Neosho Rapids Haunted House

The Neosho Rapids Haunted House will be October 18, 24 and 25. Ticket sales and concessions are from 6:3010 p.m. at the Neosho Rapids Community Center, 238 N. Main. Hayrack rides to the haunted house begin at dusk. Tickets for the haunted house are $11. Receive a $1 off with a canned food donation. Too cute to spook? They have a kids trailer available with candy and coloring.

This event is sponsored by Neosho Rapids Lions Club, City of Neosho Rapids Community Projects, Neosho Rapids Parks Committee and Lyon County Fire District #5.

7.5 miles west of Emporia on Highway 50 to Road A , 3 miles south on Road A to Road 140. 1/2 mile east on Road 140.

EMPORIA SENIOR CENTER

UPCOMING

Red Cross Needs Your Blood Donations

The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.

603 E. 12th Ave • 620-343-3160

● Bingo is Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.; and Saturday, 4-6 p.m.Volunteers are needed

● Every Friday is Brain Break Fridays from 10:0012:00. For more information, call the center at number above.

● Hermes Footcare every Thursday. Call 316-260-4110 for an appointment.

● Lunch - Monday, Wednesday and Fridays - 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults are $5 with kids under five eating free. Cash only. Menu is on Facebook. Please call the senior center to reserve your meal. There will be no lunch on Sept. 17 and 19.

● Coffee and Chat, every Monday at 9:00

● Art with Carol, 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m.

● Art with Alice, August 20, 10 a.m.

● Flint Hills Country Jam (Live Music), third Sunday of every month, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

● Market in the Park! Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon (or sold out). They invite vendors to come set up a table for $15/ Saturday. Call the center between 8:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. (M-F) to sign up.

EVENTS Library News

Storytime

Storytime at the Emporia Public Library will be held on Thursdays, baby 9:15 a.m., toddler 9:45 a.m., and preschool at 10:30 a.m.

Fall Book Sale

Save the date for the Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale! Join the Friends at 618 Mechanic from October 17-22 and peruse their huge selection of fiction, non-fiction, westerns, mystery, romance, young adult and children’s books, DVDs and more.

Friday, October 17, 4-7p.m. - Friends Members Only Preview; Saturday, October 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, October 19, 1-5 p.m.; Monday, October 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. - $10 Bag Day; Tuesday, October 21, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. - $5 Bag Day; and Wednesday, October 22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. - $2 Bag Day. The Fall Book Sale coincides with National Friends of the Library Week, October 19-25. Show your support and become a Friend of the Library! Members have exclusive access to the preview sale on October 18 and may also choose a free book (valued at up to $5). Visit https://www. emporialibrary.org/membership and join today. The Emporia Public Library will also have daily prize drawings, October 20-24, to celebrate National Friends of the Library week.

Here is a list of upcoming Blood Drives: October 16, Lyon County Annex, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. October 23, Emporia Presbyterian Church West Campus, 12-6 p.m.

October 24, Emporia Presbyterian Church West Campus, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Please help by making your appointment today at www.redcrossblood.org or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999. With the app you can schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.

4 signs it’s time to replace your tires

Inflation has been a hot topic for several years, as the cost of everything from groceries to gas to housing has increased considerably since 2019. Cars are no exception to that phenomenon, and anyone who has purchased a new car over the last half decade likely experienced some sticker shock when they started their search for a new vehicle. Data from Kelley Blue Book indicates the average cost of a new car was $37,590 in 2019. By 2023, the average cost had risen to $47,899. That marks an increase of more than 27 percent in a four-year period.

Cars are indeed a significant investment, which underscores the importance of vehicle maintenance. Maintenance is more than just tending to what’s under the hood. Tires also require drivers’ attention, as aging, damaged tires pose a safety risk that also compromise vehicle performance. Tires are easily overlooked, but the following are four signs tires need to be replaced.

1. Worn tread: The automotive experts at AutoZone® note that tread depth is the most prevalent indicator that a tire needs to be replaced. AutoZone® notes that tread depth should always be at least 2⁄32 of an inch throughout the tire. Depth should be measured across the tread and around the circumference. If the tread is at or below 2⁄32 of an inch, the tire should be replaced.

2. Bulges, gouges or cracks: Geico® notes that

a deflated tire bulges at the sides, and that can compromise the safety of everyone in the vehicle. AutoZone® says bulges occur when air gets between the inner liner and outer rubber layers, which can happen after hitting a curb or driving over a sizable pothole. A gouge or cut that is deeper than the outer layer of the tire also necessitates replacement.

3. Poor grip: Drivers may be able to feel certain tire problems, including poor grip, while driving. In such instances, tires may feel as though they are slipping. The tire experts at Firestone note that low tread can reduce tire traction and cause wheels to slip, which may be more noticeable when accelerating from a stop or driving on wet roads. Drivers who feel their tires are slipping can test the tread and replace tires that are low.

4. Vibration: Vibration is another issue drivers may feel rather than see. And identifying the cause requires noting where the vibrations are felt. Geico® notes that a feeling of vibration or thumping that feels like it’s coming from under the seats may indicate the tires are not balanced. A suspension issue could be to blame if the steering wheel feels like it’s vibrating. Either feeling should be brought to the attention of a mechanic immediately.

Tire issues affect vehicle performance and compromise the safety of drivers, their passengers and fellow motorists. When vehicles are not performing at peak capacity, drivers should not overlook various tire issues as a potential cause of such troubles.

Holistic Christian Counseling Part 5

Let’s start with a very quick review of all my articles on Psychology and Christian Counseling.

First, Modern Psychology theory was created by atheistic communist in order to eventually replace Bible based counseling in the church.

Second, we saw how Christian Counseling is holistic (Think Wholistic), that is, God wants our whole Spirit, Soul, and body to be holy and blameless when Jesus comes back.

Third, mankind has a sin debt problem, that is,we deserve eternal punishment because we sinned against God so many times! Jesus paid for our sin debt by his death and shed His blood on the cross.

Fourth, mankind has inherited a sinful nature because Adam sinned and Adams first sin (called original sin) is what propagated that sinful nature, so that we all inherit Adams sinful nature.

Fifth, since our root problem is this sinful nature, which causes me to commit many sins, Jesus Crucified my Old nature (old man or old me), to free me from “sin singular” (sins power that draws me to commit sins) so that I do not have to commit many “sins” (Plural). So now we come to another problem, God’s Righteousness

Another way to put this problem is: God’s righteous requirement to obey the law is too High for us mere mortal humans! God’s righteous standard is good and holy and just, but we “fall short of the glory of God” – Romans 3:23. I’m not just talking about not sinning on the negative side, for I’m not to kill, covet, and steal. However on the positive side I’m to be like God, like Jesus.

Jesus said, “love your enemies” and “Bless those who curse you” and “do good to those who hate you” and “pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you”-Matthew 5:44. While the law said, “do not murder” Jesus put up a higher standard and said don’t even be angry with your brother, for anger leads to murder- Matt. 5:21,22. While the law said, “don’t commit adultery”, Jesus said “don’t even look at a woman in lust”, raising the standard for men, for lustful thoughts will lead to adultery!

Thus Jesus teaches us to kill lust in its root phrase before it grows into a full grown tree (Matthew 5:27-28). Jesus said, “Don’t resist an evil person”, and “whoever slaps you on the right cheek, turn the other to him also” and “whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two” (read the sermon on the mount from Matthew chapter 5-7). Jesus gives many other commands and ends chapter 5 by saying, “Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect”. We see God’s righteous standard is very high. Why so High? Because God knows it is worthless to tell a man not to murder, if he is allowed to let bitterness or jealousy grow in his heart, for that man will end up breaking the law because of his sinful lust, and therefore, Jesus must warn humans of murders root cause stemming from anger and jealousy.

This is the same for adultery, and that is why I can’t even think lustful thoughts. Therefore God’s righteous standard is meant to help us be perfect. James the apostle encourages us strongly, saying, “lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves”. We must actually do these things or else we deceive ourselves thinking that we are righteous, merely, because we hear God’s word or read it! No, we must do it! Trypo a Jew famously said in the second century to Justin Martyr (a well know church father) “I am aware that your precepts in the so-called Gospel are so wonderful and so great, that I suspect no one can keep them; for I have carefully read them.” Can anyone keep these wonderful precepts?

To be continued, Austin Michaels, an independent journalist

‘JANICE BORLA & FRIENDS’ DINNER/CONCERT

The Emporia Arts Council will present “Janice Borla and Friends” on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Davis Theatre, 815 Commercial Street. The evening will include dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. Catering will be provided by Radius Brewing Company. The doors will open at 5 p.m.

This performance is co-sponsored by Flashpoint Creative Arts, whose mission is to use the practice of improvisation to spark personal expression, confidence and creativity regardless of age or background.

Tickets are $55 and can be purchased at the Emporia Arts Center at 815 Commercial Street. For additional information, contact the Emporia Arts Center: 620-343-6473.

OKTOBERFEST

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church members will hold Oktoberfest on October 26 from 11:30 am - 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door) and children five and under are free. They are selling raffle tickets for $1 each. They will also have bakery items for sale. Call 620-342-5850 for tickets.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

Trinity Lutheran Church, Burlington invites you to join them for worship on Sundays at 9 a.m. with Bible Study and Sunday School following at 10:30 a.m. They are located at 902 Kennedy Street in Burlington. Their phone number is 620-364-2283. Additional information can be found at https://www.tlcburlingtonks.org.

BABY CLOSET

The Baby Closet at the First Congregational Church, 326 W. 12th Ave., Emporia, will be open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and every Thursday from 3 to 5:30 p.m. They serve infants through 5 years old. All items are free. Items may include the following as supplies permit. Diapers,wipes, five clothing articles, two miscellaneous items, one large item and two essential pantry items.

Donations will be accepted. You may call 620-342-6854 if you have questions.

OCTOBERFEST SUPPER

The Olpe United Methodist Church members will host their Octoberfest on October 18, featuring Bierocks, Sauerkraut and sausage, Sauerbroten and vegetables, Gingersnap gravy, German potato salad, calico beans, salads, relishes, home made pies and other desserts, tea, coffee and other drinks, all for a freewill offering. Serving begins at 5 p.m. The handicapped accessible church is at 120 W. Listerscheid.

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

The next Emporia Community Blood Drive will be held Thursday, October 23 from 12:00 to 6:00 and Friday, October 24 from 8:00 to 2:00 at the Presbyterian Church West Campus, 1702 W. 15th. Donors may register by visiting www.RedCrossBlood.org, Keyword Emporia or by downloading the Red Cross Donor App for an appointment on the website. To save time, plan to complete the Rapid Pass the day of the donation. Please be sure to drink plenty of water and eat prior to your appointment. Your donation will help hundreds of people in need.

COMMODITY FOOD

Due to circumstances beyond our control, The Salvation Army will not distribute government commodity food boxes in October. The next anticipated distribution will be on December 17.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Friends and family are welcome to come celebrate Don and Laura Dodge’s 60th wedding anniversary. The celebration is Saturday, November 1 - from 2-4 p.m. at the American Legion, 2921 W. 12th, Emporia. Please no gifts just come and help celebrate.

EMPORIA LIONS CLUB

The Emporia Lions Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15, noon at ESU Memorial Union lower level. The cost of the meal is $12.

The monthly board meeting will be Wednesday, October 22, noon, at the Lyon County State Bank meeting room. Emporia Lions Club is a volunteer service organization dedicated to serving people. If you’re interested in joining the club, email them at emporialions@gmail.com. The Emporia Lions Club can be found on Facebook. The club has a PowerPoint about Lions they would be happy to share with anyone wanting more information.

AMERICAN LEGION

The American Legion Post 5, 2911 W. 12th Ave., Emporia, will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 7 p.m.

AUXILIARY TO MEET

The VFW Post 1980 Auxiliary will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post #5, 2921 W. 12th Ave. All Auxiliary members are welcome.

RESTORING AMERICA

What is Kansas Role to Restore America?

Please join Kansans For Constitutional Integrity on Tuesday October 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lyon County Courthouse Annex, 402 Commercial Street, Emporia for a presentation and discussion including a Question and Answer Session. David Schneider, President and Founder of Rising States of America is the Guest Speaker hosted by Kansans For Constitutional Integrity.

DOLLY MADISON RETIREES

The Dolly Madison Retirees will meet Wednesday, October 15, 11:30 a.m. at Pizza Ranch, 3000 W. 18th Ave., Emporia.

SHICK

The Neosho Rapids Senior group will host a SHICK event for Neosho Rapids and area residents for help with insurance and Medicare part D. It will be November 5, 11-4 at the Community Building. Appointments may be made by calling Karen at 620-342-0358.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Being a caregiver for a loved one can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Coffey Health System now offers a special program to help caregivers maintain perspective, step away for a while, and share their experiences with oth-

ers who understand. Coffey Health System’s Mental Health Therapist Amy Osner will lead a Caregiver Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month at The Meadows in Burlington. There is no charge for participation. Respite care and activities will be available, if needed. Sessions begin at 6 p.m. at The Meadows, 1201 Martindale St. in Burlington. If you have questions about the program, call (620) 364-4556.

Osner is an experienced group therapy leader. She is a credentialed Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor.

VETERANS’ AFFAIR

Jamie Potter, Service Representative for the Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs, will visit the Greenwood County Courthouse in Eureka on the first and third Thursday; Coffey County Courthouse in Burlington on the second Thursday and the Morris County Courthouse in Council Grove on the second Tuesday of each month. She will be there from 1-3:30 p.m. She will go to Cottonwood Falls on an as needed basis.

Please call (620) 342-3347 in advance to ensure all information is readily available so all veterans, widows and dependents can receive better assistance.

SENIOR MEALS

Neosho Rapids Senior meals are served Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday beginning at noon. If you are 60 or older, a $4 donation is appreciated; meal is $7 for those under 60. For reservations or cancellations in Neosho Rapids call (620) 342-8232.

Olpe Senior Friendship meals are served on Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Knights Hall. If you are 60 or older, a $4 donation is appreciated; meal is $7 for those under 60. The second Monday of each month is the birthday dinner and games celebrating the birthdays of the month. For reservations or cancellations in Olpe call 620475-3384 between 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

North Lyon County Senior meals are available in Allen for grab and go or home delivery. Meals are available Monday through Friday and must be ordered by 11 a.m. the previous day by calling 620-528-3414. If you are 60 or older, a $4 donation is appreciated, meal is $7 for those under 60. Call for more information.

OLPE, KS FALL CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

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Saturday October 18, 2025 10:00 A.M.

Morris County 4-H Building 612 US Hwy 56 Council Grove, KS

Directions: 1 mile east of Council Grove Hwy 56. Watch for signs.

Coins Sell At 10:00: 55 lots; 9 Morgan silver dollars; Peace silver dollar; Franklin & Kennedy silver half dollars; seated Liberty & Barber quarters; Eisenhower dollars; Indian head pennies; Mercury dimes. For a complete list go to hallgrenauctions.net

Trailer & Mowers: Stidham 2 horse trailer, good floor & mats; JD 345 lawn tractor, 18 hp liquid cooled engine, hydro, power steering, 52 in deck, runs good; Swisher 5ft. pull type mower, 14½ hp, runs good

Collectibles, Furniture & Misc.: vintage electric sewing machine, very good; viewer & cards; vintage school desks; large blue & white enamel coffee pot & other enamel items; Erector Set #2; 1960’s games & toys; fancy work; vintage kitchen items; Norman Rockwell 4 season’s prints & book; various glassware; sled & farm primitives; large cedar chest; SW pine entertainment center; single bed with raised platform & drawer; oak gentleman’s chest; crib; 2 gaming chairs; Kitchen Aid mixer; Dyna Glo gas grill, 3 burner, good Tools & Shop Items: Lincoln wire feed mig welder, very good; Hobart 240 amp welder, very good; Lincoln auto dark welding helmet; Steel Glide SS tool chest, very good; 2 Husky tool chests; Central Machinery bench top drill press; Senco nailers, framing, finish, roofing & brad; Poulan 20 in chain saw, good; Ridgid 10 in table saw, good; 7500 watt generator; Craftsman socket & wrench set; 24 volt battery charger; nice selection of DeWalt cordless tools; Lester TPO roofing seam sealer; Master propane space heater; SS table; various power tools; For more info and pictures go to hallgrenauctions.net.

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MORSTORF ESTATE AUCTION #3

FRIDAY OCTOBER 24 • 10:00 AM CORNER OF GLASGOW AND B AVE. OLIVET KS. From Beto Junction (Intersection of I-35 and Hiway 75), go North on 75 to Ks. Hiway 276 Olivet exit and West to Olivet From Lyndon, Go South on Hiway 75 to 276 Olivet Exit and West. EQUIPMENT

Koehring 6605 Hydraulic Excavator, sn 108497, level blade • AC 5’ pull type combine, used in 2024 • John Deere 24WS square baler, used in 2024 • BelSaw Model 802-1-0117, 18” sawmill, Lifting arm. Was powered by JD 2 cylinder engine. • Howard 5’ Rotovator tiller attachment • 36” tiller attachment Continental post hole auger • Ferguson 2 row Lister • 3 pt. 7’ swivel blade Tommy Lift tail gate • HD engine hoist • Ford narrow bed trailer • Square pickup bed fuel tank • Metal stock racks for truck • 5 rolls 6’ woven field fence wire • Pallet T Posts • 20 Combination wire panels • Tire Inflation cage

• Several Roller mills • Chain Link fence • 36” galvanized water tank • Hyd. Tamper and pole saw • Push blade for ATV • 3 pt cone seeder/spreader ANTIQUE MOTORS (been sitting outside)

IHC hit and miss • Fairbanks Morse 3 hp • Typhoon water pump powered by Fairbanks Morse • IHC and other hit and miss • Wisconsin 1, 2 and 4 cyl. Farmall power unit

BLACKSMITH

16’ Power shaft, some pulleys missing • Novelty Ironworks Power Hammer

Anvil (Large)• Large pedestal grindstone • Forge • Wilton 5” vise •8” vise

Large snatch blocks • OTHER • Claw foot bathtub

J&D AUCTION & SALES LLC

Auctioneers: Jase Hubert (620)-481-7303 or Dwayne Coble (620)-794-2061

LIND LIVE AUCTION (Amazing Collection of Vintage & Antique Finds, Furniture, Local Advertising & More)

AUCTION DATE: Saturday, 10/18/2025 at 10:00am

AUCTION LOCATION: 2527 255th Rd, Emporia KS 66801 (north of Saffordville, KS)

SELLER: Estate of Derald A. Lind

LARGE AUCTION, WILL RUN 2 RINGS THROUGHOUT THE DAY – ANTIQUES: Mobiloil Pegasus Porcelain Double Sided Sign, 36”W; Jadeite Aladdin Lamp; Atwater Kent Radio Speaker; Aunt Jemima C&S; Pocket Watches; Wooden Egg Crate; Crock Bowls & Jugs; Dazey Churn x2; Coleman Quick Lite Lamp & Roto-Type Generator; Grunow-Hinds Co “GGH” Radio Horn; Dad’s Electric Lantern; Glass Handkerchief Display; S&P Shaker Collection 80+ Sets; Pyrex Dishes; Cape Cod Cooler; Belt Buckles x45; Vintage Ag Trucker Hats 300+; Native American Artifacts; Oil Cans (Keynoil White Eagle 5-Ga); Wood Churn; Cream Separator; Cast Tractor Seat Stools; Horse Weathervane; AT&SF Items; Army & Navy Enlistment Portable Scale; FURNITURE: Secretary; Hutch; Oak Chest of Drawers; White Kitchen Cupboard; Oak Dresser; Oak Wardrobe; White LG Refrigerator; Hercules Crate; Bedroom Set; Gun Cabinet; Organ Stool; Macey Stackable Book Case 5-Tier; Antique Sideboard Secretary; LOCAL ADVERTISING: Mirror Thermometer; Religious Fans Cottonwood Falls & Emporia KS; Chase County Courthouse Tumblers; Local Calendars; Local Advertising Pens & Pencils 5,000+; Knute Rockne Souvenir; PAPER PRINT: Complete Geography Book x2; Morris County KS Atlas; “The Official Atlas Of KS 1887”; Antique Books; Antique School Books; Lone Wolf; Antique & Vintage Post Cards; TOYS: Wyandot Red Cattle Truck; YOU SHOOT Marble Game; California Spurs; Lead Soldiers; Metal Toys (Trucks; Airplane;); Chicken Wind Up Clucker; Wyandotte Double Barrel Guns; Gene Autry Pistols; 1941 Pendants; 5 Star Pistols; Frog Wind UP; HOLIDAY: Paper Mache Jack-o-lanterns x4; Plastic Mold Valentines; Halloween Noise Makers; Vintage Christmas Ornaments; Paper Mache Easter; This will be a great auction, see website for full listing, terms & more photos at www.GriffinRealEstateAuction.com

Chuck Maggard Auctioneer/Sales 620-794-8824 Andy Phipps, Auctioneer 620-794-1673

2 DAYS OF ONLINE AUCTIONS

(640+ LOTS – ANTIQUES, TOY DISHES, FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD, GLASSWARE)

DAY #1: Bidding is open NOW and will begin closing at 2pm on Monday, 10/20/2025

DAY #2: Bidding is open NOW and will begin closing at 2pm on Tuesday, 10/21/2025

AUCTION LOCATION: 1513 Rural St, Emporia, KS 66801

SELLER: JoAnn Woods Estate

640+ LOTS – FURNITURE: Hall tree w/ marble; Drop front secretary; Curved glass curio cabinet; Washstand w/ marble top; Accent chairs; Matching couch/loveseat; TVs; Roll top desk; Dresser; 3 glass display cases; ANTIQUES: Melodeon/pump organ; Pine dough box; SchutzMarke Symphonion Music Box w/ discs; Jacapi Mermaid; 1950”s mantle clock; 1940’s salesman size Grand piano; Antique wooden child’s bed; COLLECTABLES: Beanie babies; Magic Flying Dragon; Clint Boyer memorabilia; Jewelry (some silver, marked); Roseville flower pot; Stevens Cat & Mouse mechanical cast bank; Allied Van Lines semi-truck, Bailey Transfer Emporia; GLASSWARE /CHILDRENS GLASSWARE: Carnival & milk glass; Glass Books (by Marion Hartung & Ione Hinshaw); Pressed glass toy dishes for children; MICKEY MOUSE/OTHER MOUSE COLLECTIONS: Disney Collectibles; many Knick knacks; Jill Barklem’s Brambly Hedge pieces; Royal Doulton tableware collection; The Woodmouse Family Tree collectible set; KITCHENWARE: Decorative plates; Punch bowl set; Alfred Meakin England dish set; Frankoma pieces; Pyrex; Deep freeze; MISC ITEMS: Office supplies; Santa Fe items; Outdoor tools/garden items; Christmas decorations; Sewing machines; Hudson Bay Wool blanket; Don Coldsmith Books; Much more, this a partial listing, see website for full listing, terms & photos at www.GriffinRealEstateAuction.com

SOS to Recognize Individuals and Organizations atHope-A-Palooza

In celebration of their service and commitment, SOS will honor the following individuals and organizations with awards at Hope-APalooza on October 17, 2025.

AGENCY PARTNER OF THE YEAR: Janine Wagner, Coffey County Attorney’s Office

As the Victim/Witness Coordinator in the Coffey County Attorney’s Office, Janine has become a strong advocate for SOS services. Janine works closely with multiple SOS programs, taking the time to ask questions and learn more about our services so she can better refer and connect clients to us.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: Kiwanis Club of Emporia

Since moving into our new location, SOS has taken on much of the maintenance needed to keep our shelter and building safe, clean, and up to date. Whenever a need arises, whether it’s repairing a fence, installing shelves, or building an outdoor shed, Kiwanis members

show up ready to help. They consistently ensure that each project is completed with care and precision, allowing us to focus on what we do best: serving our clients.

CASA VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: Kara Thomas

Kara Thomas has dedicated over 5 years to advocating for children in foster care, successfully helping two children find permanency through kinship placement as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. With more than 500 volunteer hours and over 1,000 miles driven, Kara continues to champion the best interest of children.

DONOR OF THE YEAR: RANDY GUYER

Randy’s generosity benefits clients needing to gain independence through housing. Through his donations, clients can access an SOS savings plan that helps them have the funds needed to rent their own home.

LEGACY AWARD WINNER: PHI DELTA THETA

Phi Delta Theta exemplifies philanthropy and service to their community. The Phi Delt’s regularly support SOS events and help spread SOS’s mission at Emporia State University. This October 31st, Phi Delta Theta’s Pole Sit is celebrating its 40th anniversary. SOS has been the recipient of Pole Sit fundraising for 39 of those 40 years. In recent years, the Phi Delts have continued to outdo themselves by raising higher and higher amounts of money due to their extraordinary efforts and the support of Phi Delt brother Roger Heineken. 2023 results were the highest ever raised at $7,633, and it was topped by their 2024 campaign which raised $12,677.

Join them at Hope-A-Palooza on Friday, October 17th as we honor these amazing award recipients. Tickets are available now at www. soskansas.com/hope-a-palooza.

True Tales From The Tallgrass

Provided by the Lyon County Historical Society

Auction

Freeman Soule remembered with pride that people from Eagle Creek went as a body to Emporia’s first 4th of July celebration in 1858. He drove his 16-foot wagon with a bed that had 1-foot projections off each side made for housing, kitchen and sleeping use while they were traveling. They rigged a bower over the whole wagon, and put every man, woman, and child from Elmendaro Township in it. At sunrise with 16 yoke of oxen hitched to it and with Soule and L. O. Priest as teamsters, without a sign of a track or road, they started to Emporia for the Glorious Fourth celebration with a flag on each yoke and Old Glory over all. At Coal Creek where they had to make a crossing, they dug down the bank and made a corduroy bridge. From Dry Creek, at Chamness, the sunflowers were so large

and thick the drivers couldn’t see through them, so they mounted an ox to lead across the Cottonwood River. When they arrived in Emporia, the town could not contain them! As the lead team passed through town, their wagon was just entering the parade, so they fell in line. Theirs was such a novelty that the planners had the whole entourage circle the town and arbor on the west and come up the street again. What a fabulous celebration Emporia hosted that day!

In the fall of 1860, Mr. Britton, the proprietor of the mill north of Emporia where Freeman Soule worked, led a group including Bill Ferguson, Emporia’s baker, Soule, and about 20 others on a buffalo hunt in western Kansas. They made their camp on what was known as Wonderland Park, an island in the

Arkansas River in the city of Wichita. The river was dry except for the larger holes. Leaving guards, they separated into small squads going in different directions. Britton, Ferguson, and Soule went southwest where in a day’s drive they found a good camping place. The next day they sighted a large herd of buffalo feeding and drifting with the wind. Britton and Soule left Ferguson with the camp and started out to get ahead of the animals and let them feed on by. The men found a sinkhole about where the buffalo would pass, lay down, and awaited their arrival. When the buffalo came within range, the men let loose. By the time the beasts had passed on far enough to get the scent of the hunters and take alarm, they had 22 dead buffalo. Of course, they ate dried and pickled buffalo meat for a year!

Personal CLASSIFIED ADS

ESU planetarium to explore the hot and energetic universe in October

by Brian Osbourn

This October, Emporia State University and the Peterson Planetarium invite you on an adventure that will span the galaxy and take you to some of the hottest places in the universe in the latest full-dome presentation The Hot and Energetic Universe. Attendees will learn about high energy radiation that provides important information about the

universe, our own galaxy, neutron stars, supernova remnants and stars like our own sun. From hot gases within clusters of galaxies to those around supermassive black holes, the show will take enthusiasts on an exploration of these hot and violent processes in spaceboth near and far.

Each public show includes a Q&A session, and an exploration of the night

sky over Emporia with ESU Peterson Planetarium director Mark Brown. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, and each attendee must register individually at emporia.edu/planetarium.

Show Dates and Times: Thursday, October 16 at 4 p.m.; Saturday, October 18 at 10 a.m.; Thursday, October 23 at 4 p.m.; and Thursday, October 30 at 4 p.m.

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