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SUMMER READING KICKOFF
Discover a world in color through our summer reading program! Join the staff at the Emporia Public Library on May 28, 3 p.m., for fun crafts and activities as we kick off our summer reading program. Sign up on Beanstack (bit.ly/EPLbeanstack) or pick up a paper log at the library to track your reading and win prizes!
4-H LEARNING IN FULL COLOR: SNAP IT!
Join 4-H to explore the magic of photography and learn how to capture the vibrant world around you on June 3 at 5 pm.! Feel free to bring your own camera or phone. This is for grades 3-5. Registration available starting May 20 at bit.ly/EPL4HSnapIt.
STORYTIME
Storytime at the Emporia Public Library will start on June 2, baby 9:15 a.m., toddler 9:45 a.m., and preschool at 10:30 a.m.
KIDS’ KONCERTS
Meet at the Emporia Public Library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows beginning at noon. In case of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at the Civic Auditorium.
The show schedule is June 4 - StoneLion Puppet Show; June 11 - Rockin’ Rob Show; June 18 - Jim Cosgrove; June 25 - Do Art Production.
GOOD WAY SUNDAY CONCERT
On June 1, 4-6 p.m., there will be another series of the Good Way Sunday Concert series held at the Howe House, 315 E. Logan Ave., Emporia. Bring your chairs and water bottles, picnics are welcome. No alcoholic beverages are allowed. This event is free and family friendly.
Each concert will feature a selected reading by a local author, arts and craft activities, interactive garden and prairie-based educational opportunities. A freewill donation will be collected to support the concerts. The June 1 performance will be Wayne Gottstine Band. The Wayne Gottstine Band is a rock band from Kansas known for bringing the heat with big vocals and infectious rhythms.
BREAKFAST IN AMERICUS
Project Playscape will hold their monthly breakfast on Sunday, June 8, 8-11 a.m. at the Americus Community Center. Menu includes pancakes or biscuits and gravy with juice for $5 or pancakes, biscuits and gravy with juice for $7. To place a to go order, you can call 620-794-1685. Proceeds go to the splash pad project.
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.
Happy Harvesters
4-H
By Brenli Corpening, Junior Club Reporter
The monthly meeting of the Happy Harvesters 4-H Club was called to order by Bryer McGee at Olpe High School on May 18th. The flag salute and 4-H pledge were led by Drew Ritchie and Lydia Weeden. Roll call was answered by: What are your plans for summer? There were 28 members present. This meeting was led by Junior Officers as it was the Junior Officer Meeting. Bryce Weeden led the club in the parliamentarian minute.
Kade Whitmore gave the treasurer’s report. Makenna Hoelting gave the Council Member’s report. During new business, the club voted to give the Darren Heins Family (long-time family 4-Hers in our club) some money to help with Darren’s medical expenses. Isaiah Burenheide, the Junior Song Leader, led the club in “The Itsy Bitsy Spider.” During the program the gavel was turned over to Bryce Weeden, who was the Junior Vice President. Drew Ritchie talked about the horse project, Emmy Ritchie talked about how to paint pictures for the fair, and Paul Schade gave the club insight into woodworking projects. Emmy Ritchie led the club in a game of Dodge Ball. Sawyer McGee then gave birthday box treats for May Birthdays, which were Kinley Heins and Lydia Weeden. The meeting was adjourned and the next meeting will be June 8th.
Maevry Corpening, Junior Secretary, takes minutes with the help of Club Leader, Ashley Windle.
EMPORIA SENIOR CENTER UPCOMING EVENTS
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 10:00-12:00. For more information, call the center at 620-343-3160.
● Hermes Footcare every Thursday. Call 316-260-4110 for an appointment.
● Lunch - Monday, Wednesday and Fridays - 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children eat free. Adults are $5. Cash only. Menu is on Facebook.
● Every Monday - Morning Chat at 9:00
● “Exercise with Alli” - Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 10 a.m. for $25 per month!
● Flint Hills Country Jam (Live Music), third Sunday of every month, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
FOOD PANTRIES
EMPORIA
The First Christian Church, is moving to 1702 W. 15th Ave., they will hold their Food Pantry on 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, go around the building to the door on the east side for pick up.
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.
ALLEN
The North Lyon County Food Pantry is open the first Wednesday, June 4, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Drive by the Allen United Methodist Church at 521 Grimsley Street and they’ll bring out a box of goodies to your car. This is open to residents of USD 251.
HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIPS!
The Newman Regional Health Volunteers are now accepting healthcare scholarships applications until June 27, 2025. Students who have graduated from Lyon, Chase, Greenwood, Osage, Morris or Osage county or current Newman Regional Health employees are eligible. This non-renewable scholarship of $3,000 provides financial assistance to students pursuing their education in healthcare. Fields of study may include but are not limited to: nursing, pre-med, pharmacy, biology, chemistry, imaging, laboratory, nutrition, respiratory therapy, physical
and occupation therapy, psychology, chiropractic, dentistry, community healthcare worker, medical secretary, medical transcript, wellness coordinator, patient advocate, information tech, vocational rehab counselor, medical social worker, healthcare manager, many more. You can download the application at newmanrh.org/scholarships. For more information, call 620-343-6800 ext. 22525 or email dstorrer@ newmanrh.org.
Hand In Hand Hospice as we remember the lives of loved ones that we have lost.
Weather Update Information
Reserving a Butterfly
your reservation by June 9th to participate
BENEFIT BREAKFAST
A benefit biscuit and gravy breakfast will be held on Sunday, June 1, 7-11 a.m. at the Saint Anthony Hall in Stong City. The menu includes biscuits and sausage gravy, fresh fruit, cinnamon twists, coffee and juice. A freewill donation will be accepted. All proceeds will go to Trenna Dold and Jacob Griffith for their on-going expenses following their motorcycle accident. For deliveries call or text 620-366-1211.
QUILT SHOW
The Emporia Regional Quilt Guild will hold a Quilt Show May 29-31, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Emporia Presbyterian West Campus, 1702 W. 15th Ave. To enter the cost is $5,
children under age of 15 are free. They will be selling chances on a quilt. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. They have vendors for your quilting needs and boutique items for sale.
COUNTRY BREAKFAST
Lebo American Legion Post 323 will hold a Country Breakfast on Saturday, June 7, 7-9 a.m. Menu includes biscuits and gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, coffee, milk and orange juice. A freewill donation will be accepted.
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
5th Annual Hartford Amish School Fundraiser
Friday, June 6th • 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Supper starts at 5:00. Donated Items sell at 7:00 Hartford Community Building Hartford, Kansas (Main Street)
Everyone’s Welcome~ Donations Appreciated
Supper consists of Amish Wedding Dinner: Chicken, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Stuffing, Peas, Bread, Pie and Homemade Ice Cream.
Traditional Amish Bake Sale Featuring the finest in Amish Recipes.
A Beautiful Handmade Quilt that was hand quilted by area Amish Ladies, and A Brand New Propane BBQ Grill will be raffled off
Tickets are $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00 Do not have to be present to win.
Contacts:
Eli Yoder
491 16th Ln., Hartford 620-794-3571
Joe Miller 322 Rd. W, Hartford, KS 620-437-6108
North Lyon County Veterans Memorial Site, Bushong, in the caged area.
TORNADO TROT & TRAIL
The Reading Tornado Trot & Trail is Saturday, June 28, in the Reading City Park. Registration and check-in opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 7:30 a.m. All events start at 7:30 a.m. This year’s event options are 5K run or walk, 13 mile, 26 mile or 36 mile bike ride. New this year is to run a 5K, then bike 13 miles. Event fee is $35 (18 and over) with T-shirt add $2 for 2XL, $25 (under 18 with T-Shirt, $25 (18 and over) no T-Shirt or $15 (under 18) no T-shirt. Registration must be received by June 4 to guarantee a T-shirt. All proceeds go to Handlebars of Hope! Email tornadotrot@
If nobody answers, leave a message and we will call you back. ABATE
gmail.com for registration form or stop by High Gear, 520 Commercial Street, Emporia and pick one up. Follow them on Facebook, Tornado Trot & Trail for more details.
SPAGHETTI DINNER
Come load up on some carbs for the bike race or just load up on some good food! Emporia First Church of the Nazarene members will host a spaghetti dinner on May 30 from 5-8 p.m. at 2931 W. 24th Ave. Proceeds will help support their youth & kids ministries. Whether you are in the Unbound Gravel Race the next day or you just want to eat some good food, come be part of this great event! Cost is $10 per person. The meal will include spaghetti, bread, dessert and drink.
Saturday May 31st 2025
Registration begins 9am
$25 First hand & $5 per additional hand Pays $100 for best hand & $50 for worst Last bike out 10am Last Bike in 1:00pm
Begins at Sodens Grove
1000 S Commercial, Emporia, KS
Ends: Harry & Lloyd’s 608 Main Street, Americus, KS Route TBA
Contact Sarah; 620-366-2472
Supper & Auction benefits the Amish School. Announcements day of event will take precedence over printed material. Not responsible for accidents.
ABATE of KANSAS DISTRICT #12 Promoting Awareness of ABATE of KANSAS, INC
May 29
1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Lora McDonald Music Set, Expo Stage
1:00 - 6:00 p.m. All Things Gravel, Expo
1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Family Zone, Expo
2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Emporia Public Library Story Time with Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, Expo Family Zone
2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Nora Nordisk & Shimano, Expo Stage
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Bob Cat & Rhett Shull Music Set, Expo Stage
4:00 - 4:30 p.m. Emporia Public Library Story Time with Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, Expo Family Zone
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. Life Time Grand Prix Athlete Autograph Session, Expo Stage
Schedule of Events
May 30
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. All Things Gravel, Expo
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Family Zone, Expo Zone
10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Emporia Public Library Story Time with Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, Expo Family Zone
10:30 a.m. Joe Foster Music Set, Expo Stage
12:00 p.m. Kids Crit
12:05 p.m. Balance bikes - all ages (staging at 12 p.m.)
12:20 p.m. Pedal ages 3-4 (staging at 12:15 p.m.)
12:35 p.m. Pedal ages 5-6 (staging at 12:30 p.m.)
12:50 p.m. Ages 7-8 (staging at 12:45 p.m.)
1:05 p.m. Ages 9-10 (staging at 1:00 p.m.)
1:30 p.m. Podium Awards at Finishi Line
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. TallGrass Express Music Set, Expo Stage
2:30 - 3:00 p.m. Emporia Public Library Story Time with Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, Expo Family Zone
3:00 p.m. Life Time UNBOUND Gravel XL Start, 8th and Commercial St.
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Shimano Gravel Alliance, Expo Stage
3:30 p.m. Ron Wilson Cowboy Poet, Expo Stage
May 31
5:50 a.m. Elite Men 200 Mile Start, Commercial Street
6:05 a.m. Elite Women 200 Mile Start, Commercial Street
6:30 a.m. 200 Mile Start, Commercial Street
7:30 a.m. 100 Mile Start, Commercial Street
8:30 a.m. 50 Mile JUNIOR Start, Commercial Street
9:00 a.m. 50 Mile Start, Commercial Street
9:30 a.m. 25 Mile Start, Commercial Street
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Family Zone, Expo 2:00 p.m. 50 Mile Awards, Granada Theatre
5:00 p.m. 100 Mile Awards, Granada Theatre
June 1
3:00 a.m. Finish Line Cutoff, Commercial Street
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. XL and 200 Mile Awards, Granada Theatre
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.
Here is a list of upcoming Blood Drives:
June 2, 12-6 p.m., Emporia Presbyterian Church West Campus
June 3, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Emporia Presbyterian Church West Campus
June 10, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Newman
Regional Health
June 11, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Newman Regional Health
June 10, noon - 6 p.m., St. Marks
Evangelical Lutheran Church
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 miniphysical, and track your donations.
BREAKFAST IN MILLER
The Miller United Methodist men will hold their monthly breakfast on Saturday, June 7 from 7-10 a.m.
The menu includes biscuits and gravy, pancakes or waffles, sausage, eggs, cinnamon rolls, coffee and juice. Donation will be accepted. Carry out is available.
PENNY SUPPER
The Hartford United Methodist Women will hold a Penny Supper on Saturday, June 7. Serving begins at 5 p.m.
Some menu items include ham loaf, chicken pie, pork cutlets, a variety of salads and vegetables, homemade rolls and cornbread, cake, homemade pie, homemade ice cream, and coffee or tea. Join in good food and fellowship.
KIDS CLUB
First Congregational Church Adventure Club youth program will be held on Wednesdays, for youth Pre-K through high
they’d like; the church has a lovely prayer garden & sanctuary, nice welcome center and library.
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.
“Ken Roberts leads the Flint Hills Rodeo parade through downtown Strong City in the early 1950’s.” The parade was added to the Rodeo weekend festivities in 1940.
Photo source: Gerald & Pat Roberts, Abilene, KS
FLINT HILLS RODEO
Thursday Kids Night 12 and Under get in FREE!
• 6pm Trade Show Opens
• 6pm Kids Stick Horse Rodeo On The Dance Floor
• 8pm Thursday Night Performance??
Friday
Military Appreciation Night
Admission FREE for Active and Retired
Military with Military I.D.
Gates open at 6pm
• 8 am Slack
• 6 pm Trade Show Opens
• 6 pm Kids Stick Horse Rodeo On The Dance Floor
• 8 pm Friday Night Performance
• 10 pm Cowboy/Cowgirl Dance
Saturday
2pm Annual Rodeo Parade -
• 6 pm Trade Show Opens
• 6 pm Kids Stick Horse Rodeo On The Dance Floor
• 8pm Saturday/Final Night Performance
• 10pm Cowboy/Cowgirl Dance
Rodeo Honors for the Roberts family
Gerald Roberts
First Kansas cowboy to become ALL AROUND CHAMPION cowboy of the world in 1942 and again in 1948. Only cowboy in the world to win championship as a member of the Turtle Association and again as a member of the RCA.
Gerald Roberts was born in Council Grove, Kansas, October 5, 1920. He moved to Strong City when a small child and attended grade and high school here. He could ride a horse before he could walk. He, Marge and Ken used to amuse the neighborhood by having rodeos in their backyard. “Dad used to buy young colts by the carload, Ken, Marge and I used to break them while riding to school. I guess that is how we really learned to ride.” In his first 14 years of rodeo he accumulated 10 saddles and 40 belt buckles.
More information about Gerald is available at www.GeraldRoberts.com.
Emmett Roberts
A legend in his own time
At the helm of this hard-working, ranching family were E.C. Roberts and his wife Clara. E.C. married Clara Marie Suebert on December 23, 1914 in Council Grove, Kansas. Emmett Chester Roberts, born February 11, 1895, was a respected cowboy and rodeo and stock producer who started Roberts Rodeo Company. He’d been born when horses were still the only mode of transportation - horses became his life, his business (Frank Buchman, Grass & Grain - Hey Neighbor, Sept 1992). E.C. Roberts was named Mr. Rodeo by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association at the Denver Stock Show in 1979.
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Mel Provost (left) president of the Flint Hills Rodeo board holds a tropy to be presented to Gerald Roberts in honor of Roberts’ 1942 All-Round title. The setting is the 1943 Flint HIlls Rodeo. The trophy was “purchased by business men
of Strong City
Cottonwood Falls” accordin to the 6-23-43 Chase County News
a 11-13-96 interview, Roberts noted that the trophy in the photo was
the one he was given. The acutal trophy arrived at a later time. Photo source: Jesse Miser, Cottonwood Falls.
Marge Roberts
1940 Champion women’s Bronc Riding
Marge Roberts was born in 1916 to Emmett and Clara. The first child in the family. I’m sure no one dreamed this tiny little bundle was destined to lead her Dad and two brothers into the pro rodeo arena. Emmett placed her on a horse as soon as she could sit well. She loved the “ponies” and she and they soon learned how to act as a unit. When she was 13, she went with the Clyde Miller Wild West Show during the summer. Upon graduation, she joined the show full time, where she was later joined by Ken and Gerald. She married Eddie Boysen and they began producing some rodeos, in addition to their performing. Marge’s bronc riding was spectacular. She was real showy, whooping and hollering every time the bronc hit the ground. According to historian Don Bell, Marge won the women’s bronc riding at Cheyenne, the equivalent of a world’s champion, in 1940. At that point in time world championship titles were not awarded. Besides bronc riding, Marge also had a trained horse act and did exhibition trick riding. Click here to see Annie Wilson’s tribute song youtu.be/M_hKS6lFYXU
Ken Roberts
World Champion Bull Rider 1943, 1944, and 1945
Born January 22, in 1918 in Council Grove, Kansas - Died September 12, 1975 in Strong City. Ken, like his brother and sister, grew up around cattle and horses. He was always giving credit to Marge as being his toughest competition and credited her with leading him and Gerald into pro rodeo. To be a world champion you have to enter as many rodeos as possible, and to score the highest possible points as often as you can. The animal you draw has much to do with it. A bull will try to stomp you or horn you when he throws you. A horse will usually try to jump over you. Ken learned to ride bulls by doing just that. The story is told about him learning to ride a specially ornery bull. Every day for over a week that bull threw him. Several times he was unconscious. He finally figured out the secret of guessing which way the bull was going to move by sensing his muscle movement. Ken said one of the disadvantages of rodeoing is the inability of the performers to get adequate insurance.
Each night at 6:00 PM at the rodeo grounds. CALF SCRAMBLE
Thursday: Ages 6-8
Friday: Ages 9-11
Saturday: Ages 12-14
Listen for announcements from the Announcer for when to head to the south end of the arena!
Parent/guardian must sign waiver.
To honor this rodeo family
who founded the rodeo in Strong City, a six by twenty foot mural was erected and dedicated on the Flint Hills Rodeo grounds in June of 1994. The mural features paintings by local artists; Dena Kleinsorge, Peggy Lyon, Audrey Murrell and Debbie Schroer. These paintings have been moved in order to protect them from the elements and can now be viewed on the back wall of the east ticket booth.
AMERICAN LEGION
The American Legion Post 5, 2911 W. 12th Ave., Emporia, will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 7 p.m.
EMPORIA LIONS CLUB
The Emporia Lions Club will meet on Wednesday, June 4 and 18 at noon in the Xi Phi Room, ESU Memorial Union. The cost for members to eat lunch is $11. Emporia Lions Club is a volunteer service organization dedicated to serving people. If you’re interested in joining the club, email them at EmporiaLionsclub@gmail.com.
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 others 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) 3428232.
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 620-475-3384 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.
SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Sons of the American Revolution will meet Wednesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post #5, 2921 W. 12th Ave.
FARMERS MARKET
Allen Farmers Market will be held every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. through September 25. This will be held on Main Street in Allen. All vendors are welcome!
SCHOOL REUNION
Neosho Rapids High School Reunion will be June 7. They will meet at the old high school gymnasium in Neosho Rapids. The doors are open at 5 p.m. with a potluck supper at 6 p.m.
LYON COUNTY REPUBLICANS
The Lyon County Republicans will meet at 6:30 p.m. June 10, at the Lyon County Courthouse Annex, in the Conference Room, 402 Commercial St. Emporia. They are pleased to host Former Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer. They will celebrate President Trump’s birthday and Flag Day. They will have a door prize give away. Please bring your favorite birthday refreshments to share, water will be provided.
For further information, please contact Chairperson Rhnae Blackburn (620) 757-8135.
FREE SUMMER MEALS
Emporia Public Schools will offer free summer meals from June 2 - August 1. Meals are available Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverside and Village Elementary. Children must be present to receive meals. This is for all children ages 1-18. No meals will be offered on June 19 and June 30-July 4. For questions, contact Emporia Schools Food Service at 620341-2382.
TICKET PRICES 2025
Phone sales 620-341-1505
(If no answer, leave a message and we will return your call as soon as we can).
Reserved Seats and General Admission
Tickets will be available at the Rodeo Grounds Box Office 1-6pm the week of the Rodeo.
Tickets will also be available at the gates.
RESERVED SEATING
Reserved seating prices are the same regardless of age.
Thursday Night - Advanced/Online $15 Gate $20
Friday Night - Advanced/Online $27 Gate $30
Saturday Night - Advanced/Online $27 Gate $30
GENERAL ADMISSION
Thursday $15 Adults/ Kids 12 & Under get in Free with one paid adult
Friday Night - $20 Adults/ Kids 12 & Under $10
Saturday Night - $20 Adults/ Kids 12 & Under $10 Children 2 & Under...no charge...
Rodeo Box Office will be open starting Tuesday, May 27th from 1pm to 6pm or may be purchased at the gate the day of the rodeo. or
Advanced General Admission Tickets may be purchased at the following locations:
Courtesy Lewis Photography
PUBLIC AUCTION
Friday, May 30, 6 p.m.
1175 Quail Rd., Burlington, KS
(Approx. 5 miles E. of downtown on blacktop)
Selling Appliances, Furniture, Household Goods, Antiques, Collectibles, Shop & Misc.
Connie Lawrence, Owner
Food by Westphalia Lions Club
Auctioneer: Kurtz Auction & Realty Service
Darwin W. Kurtz
785-448-4152
Nathan Heck
785-448-8558
TRUE TALES FROM THE TALLGRASS
Provided by the Lyon County Historical Society
The R.H. Abraham farm was settled in 1855 by a progressive pioneer who moved to Lyon County in a covered wagon. Their log cabin on Dow Creek was completed in a time when pioneers in our county were few and far between. The nearest neighbor was a man named Dow for whom Dow Creek was named. The Dows lived near where the Rinker bridge was built. Far to the south a family lived on the Cottonwood River. Emporia wasn’t even thought of yet, nor was Olpe or Hartford or Americus or Admire. Charles Withington was operating at Old Allen, then called 142 Mile Creek, sometimes serving as the “real estate” agent for the county as more folks became interested in settling in this area. Withington might travel the county with people looking for land, suggesting possible sites to settle. Withington led Abrahams to their site. Mr. Abraham put out a 20 acre apple orchard, and in time his was the apple nursery from which many early day orchards were started. “It was not uncommon to have several wagons camped in our orchard overnight, Mr. Abraham said, “as most sales were by the wagonload. It was a great place for Sunday gatherings, for neighbor came to eat apples and make cider with our hand press.”
E.H. Abraham, son of the original settler R.H. Abraham, remembered when his family moved to Emporia after his father’s death. He recalled the muddy streets and the board sidewalks as Emporia began to grow. For many years most of the business section of Emporia was on Commercial between 4th and 7th. There was a lumberyard on what is now the Kress corner (where Amanda’s is located). The Bundrem Harness store was a town institution flourishing at the corner of 5th and Commercial on the NE corner. When the Normal School (ESU) was being built, students attended classes upstairs in two Commercial Street buildings between 9th and 10th, west side. Both had outside stairways, Abraham recalled. The first year Mr. Abraham went to high school in Emporia, he attended the old Stone building and then the newly constructed Garfield School, both previous schools on the site of the present old high school on west 6th Street. In time the family moved back to the old Abraham farm near where the Old Bethel Church had stood north of Emporia.
OLPE, KS CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Directions: Just behind and slightly to the west of Wigz Gas Station off of South HWY-99 in Olpe.
NOW TAKING CONSIGNMENTS:
Farm Equipment, Livestock Equipment, ATV’s, Vehicles, Lawn Mowers, Tools, Trailers, etc.
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AUCTIONEERS: JASE HUBERT (620)-481-7303 OR DWAYNE COBLE (620)-794-2061
PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10am Auction Location: 1927 Road L5 Emporia, Ks 66801
Auction Items (Brief Listing): Posi-Track HD-4500 skid steer w/1,167hrs. JD Motor High Flow (new tracks), skid steer bucket & forks, scrap iron, lots of tools, shop equipment, Oliver tractor parts, Carry-On 5 ½’ x 10’ trailer, JD F925 commercial 72” dsl. lawn mower 951hrs. Mod. # 3TNA72UJ, JD L110 automatic 42” cut 17 ½”hp 632hrs lawn mower, MTD 5/24 snow blower, 2016 Kubota RTV X1120D 231hrs power steering hydro. lift dump bed, lots more!
Terms: Cash or good check accepted. Debit/Credit cards accepted with service charge. Restroom and concessions available. All statements made day of sale take precedence over advertisements. Owners and auction company not responsible for accidents or theft. Settlement must be made day of auction. Nothing removed until settlement has been made.
Seller: Richard Mayes Estate
J&D Auction & Sales, LLC
Jase Hubert (620)-481-7303
Dwayne Coble (620)-794-2061
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Saturday June 7, 2025 • 10:00AM
108 Park Lane, Council Grove, KS
Directions: From Hwy 56, turn north on Adams St. Watch for signs. Van, Lawn Tractor & Trailer: 2007 Honda Odyssey, 68,000 miles, good cond.; John Deere GT 235 lawn tractor,18hp, 48” deck, good; 16’ x 6’ flatbed bumper pull trailer, good.
Pellet Stove & Grill: England wood pellet heating stove & pellets, very good; Traeger grill/smoker, very good.
Tools & Shop Items: Craftsman 17” drill press 1½ hp; Craftsman 12” Electronic band saw with base; Craftsman 10” compound miter saw; Craftsman belt & disc sander bench top; Craftsman 3½ ton floor jack; Craftsman 6” bench grinder’ Craftsman 10” table saw & 19 volt cordless power tools; Central Pneumatic upright & pan air compressors; Troy-Bilt Bronco rear tine tiller; furniture dolly; 2 Stihl weed eaters gas & electric; Stihl 025 chain saw; Husqvarna weed eater, battery operated; 8ft fiber glass step ladder; extension aluminum ladder; several socket sets; misc. power tools; shop; various hand tools; hand truck.
Collectibles: Waltham 8 day long stem pocket watch; Marlow wood cuts; nester collection; bride’s basket; 1954 Ford shop manual; fish mounts; nice selection of jewelry, rhinestones, cameos, ladies & men’s watches, ect; various prints; cookbooks.
Furniture, Appliances & Mis.: oak drop front desk; GE front load washer & dryer with risers, very nice; maple kitchen cabinet; oak drop leaf dining table; oak hall tree; queen size bed, pillow top; twin mattress; oak dresser & mirror; 7 drawer chest; oak 3 draw chest with mirror; Lane cedar chest; end tables; small floral sofa; lamps; china hutch; rocker recliner; oak dining chairs; several flat screens TV’s; Infrared tower heater; wheel chair; Rhythm walker with wheels & seat; patio table; yard art; Culligan water dispenser; Schwinn bicycle & Airdyne: nice selection of kitchen appliances and items.
For pictures and more information go to hallgrenauctions.net.
Henry R. Wessel Estate
Hallgren Auctions & Auctions LLC
Lunch available
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FLINT HILLS
Painting
City Clerk , City of Reading
The City of Reading is now accepting applications for the position of City Clerk The position is part-time, 24 hours/week plus a monthly council meeting Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
Qualifications include: being computer knowledgeable, must be bondable, and live within 15 miles of Reading. Drug testing will be required Pay will be based on experience A more complete description of the position is available at https://www.readingks.com/city-of-reading. An application may be picked up at Reading City Hall during regular office hours
Please return and/or mail applications to: City of Reading 613 First Street Reading, KS 66868
Faculty Position Openings – Fall 2025
Flint Hills Technical College (FHTC) is accepting applications for multiple faculty positions beginning with the Fall 2025 semester. These positions involve instruction in both face-to-face and online learning environments and are contingent upon approval by the FHTC Board of Trustees.
Current Openings:
General Education – Math Instructor
• Education Required: Master’s Degree in Mathematics or a closely related field.
Graphic Arts Technology Production Instructor
• Education Required: Associate’s Degree.
• Experience Required: Minimum of two years of paid industry experience in Graphic Arts.
Power Plant Technology Instructor
• Education Required: Associate’s Degree.
• Experience Required: Minimum of two years of paid experience in operations or maintenance at a power plant.
For additional qualifications, compensation information, and direction on how to apply, please visit the Flint Hills Technical College Careers website at https://my.fhtc.edu/ICS/Careers.
Alpha Theta Chapter of DKG Society International will be awarding two $750.00 scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year. The scholarships are available to all women who are juniors and seniors in college and are majoring in education or an educational related field. Applicants must be graduates from a Lyon, Morris, or Wabaunsee County high school. Women educators (not in DKG) who are in a declared education masters program and teaching in these counties will also be considered.
Applications are available by emailing Rita Buchanan at jandrbuch@yahoo.com. Applications must be received by Monday, July 14, 2025.
The Emporia Arts Center invites the public to an Artist’s Opening Reception for Chasing the Light: A Study in Ink & Watercolor by Gary O’Doniel. The reception will be held on Friday, June 6, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Trusler Gallery, located at 815 Commercial St., Emporia.
Chasing The Light is a striking visual study of the Kansas Flint Hills in southern Wabaunsee County and other areas in this region rendered in the unique style of plein-air painting. Gary O’Doniel captures the essence of
the prairie landscape using ink he creates himself from local walnut trees and vivid seasonal watercolors. The result is a moving tribute to the land that inspired him.
The exhibition will be on display June 6 – June 28, 2025, and is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit emporiaksarts.org or contact the Emporia Arts Center at (620) 343-6473.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10:00am – 6:00pm |Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm
