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Nevada Hospital Adds Two Podiatrists

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NRMC Welcomes Two New Podiatrists

Nevada Regional Center Center (NRMC), is pleased to announce the addition of two new podiatrists who will begin visiting the NRMC Professional Practice Clinic next month. Shelly Sedberry, DPM, AACFAS and Brittany Ciaramello, DPM, AACFAS will take over for Dr. David Dowell who is leaving to practice closer to his home in Tennessee.

Dr. Sedberry received her doctorate from Des Moines University and has served practices in Des Moines, suburban Chicago and Joplin. She specializes in the treatment of all ailments related to the ankle and foot.

Dr. Ciaramello received her doctorate from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine with additional credentialing in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. She has served patients in New Haven and Waterbury, Connecticut and Joplin.

Drs. Sedberry and Ciaramello will alternate weeks, providing a podiatric care and surgery five times each month beginning January 5. The Professional Practice Clinic is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is located on the second floor of the south tower at NRMC. For more information, or to make an appointment, call the NRMC Specialty Clinic at (417) 448-2121.

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About Nevada Regional Medical Center
Serving a six-county area since 1937, Nevada Regional Medical Center is a 71-bed acute, intensive and skilled care hospital. Nevada Regional Medical Center has earned recognition as a respected regional medical center for its comprehensive health care services, skilled and caring employees and state-of-the-art medical technology. Staff represent more than a dozen medical specialties, including family practice, women’s services, neurology, urology, psychiatry, orthopedics, wound care services, and general, vascular, thoracic and oncological surgery. Additionally, consultation clinics are held regularly by specialists in oncology, pulmonology, podiatry, ear, nose, and throat and cardiology.

Area News, Bourbon County, Business

Heartland Electric Adds Solar Project

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The Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative Service area is in the white. From its’ website, https://www.heartland-rec.com/content/service-area.  It serves the western half of  Bourbon County.

Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative is adding solar power to its business.

 

“All of Heartland’s consumer-members will benefit from the two solar arrays that we are building,” Ron Graber, Heartland’s Director of Member Service andCommunication said.

 

The electric cooperative is joining with 11 other Kansas rural electric cooperatives to invest in 20 Megawatts of solar power to be built across the state, and power 80,000 homes across rural Kansas, according to a press release from Heartland.

 

“Even though the solar arrays will directly feed only two of our 17 substations, the arrays will provide affordable power that helps us keep power costs low for everyone,” Graber said.  “In addition, the arrays are being designed to produce power during peak hours late in the day. That peak usage plays a big part in the price the co-op pays for power. So lowering that peak use will help us manage overall power costs for everyone.”

 

The solar panels will reduce the business’s amount of greenhouse gases and specifically carbon dioxide emitted.

 

“Because solar power is renewable and carbon-free, building these two arrays helps us reduce our carbon footprint, and that helps everyone,” Graber said.

 

Heartland’s portion of the project consists of two solar arrays of 1 Megawatt each, according to the press release. Preliminary work has already begun on the two tracts of land purchased by Heartland for the project. Groundbreaking was held on Tuesday, December 8. Construction should be completed by June of 2021.

 

One Heartland 1-MW array will be located in Crawford County, just west of Girard near Greenbush along Highway 47, according to the press release. The second Heartland 1-MW solar array will be built in Neosho County between Erie and Chanute along 160th Road (Shaw Road.)

 

The two Heartland solar arrays, and the 18 other arrays in Kansas, will all be built and owned by Today’s Power Inc, a North Little Rock-based company established by rural electric cooperatives in Arkansas, according to the press release. Today’s Power Inc. has successfully installed more than 25 solar projects totaling more than 40 Megawatts over the last five years in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Heartland has signed a purchased-power-agreement with Today’s Power Inc. to buy the solar energy produced by the two arrays for the next 25 years.

 

This opportunity began when the wholesale power contract between all participating cooperatives and their forward-thinking generation and transmission cooperative, Kansas Electric Power Cooperative, was recently modified to provide Kansas electric cooperatives with the ability to self-procure up to 15 percent of peak demand – with 5 percent of that amount specifically allowing for the addition of solar, according to the press release.

 

By joining together in the Kansas Cooperative Sun Power Program, all of the participating Kansas rural electric cooperatives were able to negotiate very competitive long-term pricing, according to the press release.  In addition, the solar arrays will be customized in the design process to maximize output during the cooperative’s peak demand hours, when power is most expensive. These factors will all help Heartland control power costs and keep power affordable for those served at the cooperative’s 11,200 service locations.

 

Heartland currently has more than 60 members with almost 700KW of solar panels installed on their own property, according to the press release.

 

Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative provides power to more than 11,000 locations in Southeast and Central Eastern Kansas, according to the press release. Heartland’s service area includes consumer-members in 12 counties, including Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, Cherokee, Coffey, Crawford, Labette, Linn, Miami, Neosho, Wilson, and Woodson counties. Heartland REC traces its roots back to three original rural electric cooperatives, Cooperative Electric Power & Light Company, Sugar Valley Electric Cooperative Association, (which came together to form United Electric Cooperative in 1975) and Sekan Electric Cooperative Association (which combined to become Heartland in 1996.)

 

 

Area News, Business, Food

Fictional tale inspired by Southeast Kansas fried chicken 

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Submitted by the Crawford County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Pittsburg, Kansas)

An author with ties to Southeast Kansas just had her debut novel named Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club pick for the month of December. KJ Dell’Antonia’s fictional tale “The Chicken Sisters” was inspired by the fried chicken houses in the towns where her parents grew up.

Less than two hours south of Kansas City, and several miles away from the closest town, yet less than 600 feet apart, are Chicken Annie’s and Chicken Mary’s. Dell’Antonia’s parents are from the area, and frequently took her dining at Chicken Annie’s. Unaware of the real story of these and the other four chicken houses in the county, Dell’Antonia made up her own story.

“I always wondered why were there two chicken restaurants that were clearly completely unrelated, but obviously completely related because one is ‘Chicken Annie’s’ and one is ‘Chicken Mary’s’”, Dell’Antonia told her Facebook followers in a video posted December 2, 2020 (@KJDellAntoniaAuthor). “It stuck in my head for ages and I really wanted to find a story that I could ‘put around’ that idea of two fried chicken restaurants. Maybe because I love fried chicken. Possibly because I love Kansas. I don’t know. It just stuck with me.”

“I created Chicken Mimi’s and Chicken Frannie’s which are absolutely not Chicken Mary’s and Chicken Annie’s,” Dell’Antonia said in her video. “After I got started on the book my mom said ‘do you want me to tell you the real story of Chicken Annie’s and Chicken Mary’s?’ and I was like ‘No! No, please don’t do that! That would ruin everything.’ So, she totally didn’t and I still don’t know them. I will find out eventually, someday.”

“When we learned about Dell’Antonia’s book, we were stunned,” said Chris Wilson, Communications Manager with the Crawford County Convention & Visitors Bureau. “Here is someone who clearly loves the area and was so intrigued by all of the number of fried chicken houses in such a small area that she was inspired to make up her own story about it.”

The real story of the Crawford County fried chicken houses has attracted The New Yorker, the Travel Channel’s “Food Wars”, and BBC Travel, among others.

“A hundred years ago our population was fifty-percent more than it is now due to the need for workers in the old coal mines,” Wilson said. “There were camps scattered along the coalfields through both Crawford County and Cherokee County. Some of these camps grew enough to become towns, and an old street line connected many of these.”

“You have to remember, these mines opened just after the Civil War, and operated during the eras of Prohibition, the Dust Bowl, the Great Depression, and two World Wars. Many were unemployed or earning very little.”

Camp 13, also known as Yale, never grew much population-wise. But its location was a short walk from several active mines. After her husband was injured in a mining accident, Ann Pichler began selling sandwiches in 1934 out of their home there. A year later, she began selling pan-fried chicken and eventually became known as “Chicken Annie.” Just down the road, in 1945, Mary Zerngast first served customers from her kitchen table after her husband’s ill health forced him to quit working in the mines.

“These chicken dinners provided more than just an affordable and delicious meal,” Wilson said. “They provided a chance to socialize and a comforting escape from real hardship. They also created jobs, and not just at their own restaurants. As they grew, they used local bakeries. All six chicken houses still use Frontenac Bakery.”

“They also inspired hope. Thousands of those who came to work the mines were immigrants escaping war-torn Europe. Annie’s family immigrated to the U.S. from Hungary when she was five. Mary’s husband was an immigrant from Germany. And, of course, today, for a lot of us, it’s nostalgic going out to these beloved restaurants. It’s a time to remember lost loved ones in a good way.”

While Chicken Annie’s and Chicken Mary’s started the fried chicken craze in Southeast Kansas, they were followed by others. Still open today are Gebhardt’s Chicken Dinners, which opened in 1946 a little more than a mile to the northeast; Barto’s Idle Hour opened in Frontenac in 1951; Pichler’s Chicken Annie’s opened south of Pittsburg in 1970; and, Chicken Annie’s Girard opened in 1971. All are still owned by local families.

Pichler and Zerngast were not related, but their families were connected when Pichler’s grandson married Zerngast’s granddaughter – the owners of Pichler’s Chicken Annie’s.

“It’s kind of amusing that that is a plotline Dell’Antonia uses,” Wilson said.

“This is the story of two sisters,” Dell’Antonia continued in her video. “They were both raised by a mom who runs one fried chicken restaurant that she inherited in this small town in Kansas, and it’s a small town I totally made up – Merinac. It is not Pittsburg or Frontenac although you can see their names in that a little bit.”

“(Sisters) Mae and Amanda are raised by Barbara, and when they get older Amanda marries the son of the rival fried chicken restaurant, while Mae gets the heck out of Dodge, because that’s all she ever wanted to do, was just get out of the small town and never see it again.”

Having married into the other family, since her wedding day, Amanda had not been allowed into her mother’s home or fried chicken restaurant. Despite this, Amanda goes to see her mother because a reality TV competition wants to do a story on the restaurant’s rivalry – “Food Wars”.

“I grew up as a kid traveling to Frontenac, we would drive, or we would fly into Joplin, and we would go for every holiday and every summer,” Dell’Antonia said. “We would eat at Chicken Annie’s, because we didn’t eat at Chicken Mary’s. I can’t tell you why. I do not know why. I have eaten once at Chicken Mary’s – I think that’s like a super-duper secret – I don’t think I’m supposed to eat at Chicken Mary’s.”

“While I’m not old enough to remember the real rivalry of all these chicken houses, I think it’s safe to say that most customers today bounce between each of these restaurants,” Wilson said. “Some prefer chicken from one location, but spaghetti or chicken noodles from another. If you want to get locals really worked up, don’t ask them about the chicken – ask them about the best coleslaw or potato salad.”

To visit or learn more about the Crawford County, Kansas chicken houses, go to VisitCrawfordCounty.com/friedchicken

To learn more about KJ Dell’Antonia’s book, go to your favorite bookstore and ask for “The Chicken Sisters”.

Area News, Business

Heartland REC breaks ground on cooperative solar farm

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Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative is leading the way and joining with 11 other Kansas rural electric cooperatives to invest in 20 Megawatts of solar power to be built across the state, and power 80,000 homes across rural Kansas.

Heartland’s portion of the project consists of two solar arrays of 1 Megawatt (MW) each. Preliminary work has already begun on the two tracts of land purchased by Heartland for the project. Groundbreaking was held on Tuesday, December 8. Construction should be completed by June of 2021.

One Heartland 1-MW array will be located in Crawford County, just west of Girard near Greenbush along Highway 47. The second Heartland 1-MW solar array will be built in Neosho County between Erie and Chanute along 160th Road (Shaw Road.)

The two Heartland solar arrays, and the 18 other arrays in Kansas, will all be built and owned by Today’s Power Inc, a North Little Rock-based company established by rural electric cooperatives in Arkansas. Today’s Power Inc. has successfully installed more than 25 solar projects totaling more than 40 Megawatts over the last five years in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Heartland has signed a purchased-power-agreement with Today’s Power Inc. to buy the solar energy produced by the two arrays for the next 25 years.

This opportunity began when the wholesale power contract between all participating cooperatives and their forward-thinking generation and transmission cooperative, Kansas Electric Power Cooperative, was recently modified to provide Kansas electric cooperatives with the ability to self-procure up to 15 percent of peak demand – with 5 percent of that amount specifically allowing for the addition of solar.

By joining together in the Kansas Cooperative Sun Power Program, all of the participating Kansas rural electric cooperatives were able to negotiate very competitive long-term pricing. In addition, the solar arrays will be customized in the design process to maximize output during the cooperative’s peak demand hours, when power is most expensive. These factors will all help Heartland control power costs and keep power affordable for those served at the cooperative’s 11,200 service locations.

“Like those we serve, Heartland wants to be good stewards of our resources,” says Heartland CEO Mark Scheibe. “We live and work in rural Kansas for a reason. What we do helps feed and fuel America, and this project will help us provide affordable power for our consumer-members.”

“Everyone in rural Kansas works hard for their money and deserves some of the financial security that these solar projects will provide,” says Scheibe. “Heartland is here not just to sell electricity, but to promote the quality of life here in rural Kansas.”

“Investing in utility-scale solar is the most cost-effective way to benefit all consumer-members of the cooperative, while also investing in a green, clean, renewable source of generation right here in our own community,” says Scheibe.

National data shows that solar power is growing quickly across the country. Heartland currently has more than 60 members benefiting from the almost 700KW of solar panels installed on their own property. Investing in these two large arrays means that all of Heartland’s consumer-members will benefit from the clean, affordable power supplied, not just those that put panels on their own homes.

Heartland’s investment in solar is just one more way the cooperative works to lower power use during peak hours and control the cost of power. Since 2013, Heartland’s Peak Savers program has successfully enlisted co-op consumer-members to voluntarily reduce their use of power during peak hours. Over the past eight years, Heartland has paid Peak Savers more than $250,000 to program participants for helping lower peak power use during the summer.

Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative provides power to more than 11,000 locations in Southeast and Central Eastern Kansas. Heartland’s service area includes consumer-members in 12 counties, including Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, Cherokee, Coffey, Crawford, Labette, Linn, Miami, Neosho, Wilson, and Woodson counties. Heartland REC traces its roots back to three original rural electric cooperatives, Cooperative Electric Power & Light Company, Sugar Valley Electric Cooperative Association, (which came together to form United Electric Cooperative in 1975) and Sekan Electric Cooperative Association (which combined to become Heartland in 1996.)

 

Area News, Business, COVID-19

Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center Receives SPARK Funds For COVID-19

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Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center 212 State St., Fort Scott.

Mental health has become an issue in the COVID-19 Pandemic.

The Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center has received $122, 488 for Bourbon County needs from SPARK funds distributed from the U.S. Coronavirus Fund. SPARK is a Kansas program that is moving Kansas forward in recovery from the effects of COVID-19.

” We are unfortunately seeing the mental health needs of our community increase,” said Holly Jerome, Director of Human  Resources with Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center located at 304 N Jefferson Ave, Iola.

“Things that increase depression and anxiety are fear, loneliness, isolation, etc,” she said. “During the pandemic, we are seeing individuals who have never experienced mental health issues who are struggling very badly. We are also seeing increased drug use, domestic violence, unemployment stress, and suicidal ideation. The funding is helping to keep our staff safe to keep services going, keep our doors open, and connect with the community.”

” We are so grateful to Bourbon County (Commission, the local agent who is helping to distribute the grants) to continue to support the important work that we are doing at SEKMHC,” Jerome said.

Protection

“We have purchased lots of PPE for our staff and client safety to include: masks, face shields, plastic barriers, gloves, hand sanitizer, increased cleaning/sanitation of our office in Fort Scott,” she said. “We also have supplied our after-school children’s program with masks.

Technology

“It is also being put towards increased Information Technology needs, as we had some clients and families who did not have a way to connect with us so we were able to supply some tablet devices to make that happen,” she said.

“We also purchased Zoom licenses to have an encrypted safe way to connect with those at home especially during quarantine and isolation as that can be very challenging for most people. We also purchased more IT equipment for our staff to work from home if they need to be on quarantine to keep services going. In addition to that, we are also upgrading our website to be ADA compliant with screen readers for the visually impaired to be able to access services.”

 

Public Education, Interior Upgrades

“We are also putting some local advertising out to educate the public and community about our services and are upgrading some flooring with the help of Ruddick’s (Fort Scott) and furniture pieces from McCarty’s (Chanute and Iola) to make sure that everything can be wiped down and sanitized frequently,” Jerome said.

 

Community Pocket Park

“I think the most exciting thing that we are doing is putting in a community ‘pocket park’,” she said. “We had an open space beside our building that was just some rocks. We are working with local company ‘Playscapes’ (out of Yates Center) to put in a shade covering, rubberized flooring, ADA compliant chairs for STEM exercises with children, and ADA compliant picnic tables, etc. Redbud Farms out of Fort Scott will be helping us get some shrubs and pots to make the area look nice with rock and mulch as well as some concrete work from Mitch Welch (Redfield, KS). We have also ordered some outdoor musical equipment for this area for some musical therapy. This pocket park will be open to the public as a great place to come and relax, sit in a chair to journal, meditation, etc. It will also create additional space for our case managers and therapists to continue social distanced appointments and group meetings that we can space out.”

“One of the things that was very important to us was to spend the money locally whenever possible,” Jerome said. “So we are so excited at how many local companies have stepped up to the challenge of making our deadlines work to get everything completed by December 31, 2020. We are so grateful to have such wonderful local talent and mission-driven small businesses!”

 

About Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center.

 

“SEKMHC was established in 1961, we are a not-for-profit organization that provides, advocates and coordinates quality mental health care, services and programs in the following counties: Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, Linn, Neosho and Woodson.  Our team of over 150 full-time and part-time professionals work to assess, treat, support, and/or coordinate your healthcare needs. Our core services include outpatient psychiatry, therapy, consultation, chemical abuse counseling, case management, educational and skill-building groups, specialty training, physical healthcare coordination, and 24/7 crisis intervention services.

The mission of the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center is to provide, advocate, and coordinate quality mental health care, services and programs for people in its service area.”

 

 

The center’s website is: www.sekmhc.org

 

Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, Fort Scott.
Area News, Business

Virtual Panel On Wind/Solar Energy For Local Communities Dec. 3

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Local Leaders Discuss Local Impact of Renewable Energy Projects in Kansas
Panel will discuss economic benefits of wind and solar energy projects for local communities
Hutchinson, KS – On Thursday, Boost Kansas will host a panel discussion focusing on the benefits provided to local communities by the development and operation of renewable energy projects. The virtual event, “Boosting the Local Economy through Renewable Energy,” will feature local leaders and industry experts who will share how the growth of Kansas’ wind and solar energy sectors are boosting local economies, creating good-paying jobs across the state, and providing economic opportunity in hard-hit communities, especially as the nation looks to rebuild during post-COVID-19 recovery efforts.
In Kansas, wind now supports 6,000 jobs, $36 million in annual land lease payments, and provides $29 million in revenue for state and local governments, providing funding for schools and courthouses, roads and bridges, and emergency services. More than $11.4 billion in capital financing has been invested in the state, providing unparalleled opportunities for workforce expansion and economic growth as a result of wind energy. Renewable energy – and the manufacturing, infrastructure, and technology that goes with it – is and will continue to be an essential driver of American industry, Kansas’ workforce, and economic recovery.
However, the future growth of in-state renewable energy relies on an expanded and modernized Midwest electricity grid. Expanding and upgrading transmission lines will allow more low-cost wind and solar projects to come online and create additional opportunities for the state.
What: Boosting the Local Economy through Renewable Energy
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM CT
Location:Register for the live broadcast via Zoom (a link and a phone number will be generated for you to watch/listen)
Participants:
  • Steve Sloan, CEO, Midwest Minerals
  • Casey Harbour, Kansas Sales Manager, Watco
  • Jeff Martin, Vice President of Customer and Community Operations, Evergy
  • Representative from Apex
Moderator: Riley Scott, Boost Kansas
To set up an interview with a panelist or speak with a Boost Kansas representative, please contact Riley Scott at [email protected] or (785) 766-3885.
About Boost Kansas
Boost Kansas, an initiative of the American Wind Energy Association, is a statewide coalition of civic and business leaders supporting innovative policies that expand renewable and wind energy investment in the state. With commonsense federal and state policies, Kansas can continue to be a national leader in harnessing the power of wind and renewable energy development. Learn more at BoostKansas.com
About the American Council on Renewable Energy
Founded in 2001, the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation’s premier pan-renewable organization uniting finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy. For more information, please visit www.acore.org.
The Solar Energy Industries Association® (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy, creating the framework for solar to achieve 20% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. SEIA works with its 1,000 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. Founded in 1974, SEIA is a national trade association building a comprehensive vision for the Solar+ Decade through research, education and advocacy. Visit SEIA online at www.seia.org.
AWEA is the national trade association for the U.S. wind industry, the largest source of renewable energy in the country. We represent 1,000 member companies, 120,000 jobs in the U.S. economy, and a nationwide workforce located across all 50 states. AWEA serves as a powerful voice for how wind works for America. Members include global leaders in wind power and energy development, turbine manufacturing, and component and service suppliers. They gather each year at the Western Hemisphere’s most efficient and targeted event for utility-scale renewable companies, the AWEA CLEANPOWER Conference & Exhibition, next in Indianapolis, June 7-10, 2021. An outgrowth of the AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition, CLEANPOWER is the first trade show focused exclusively on the utility-scale renewable power sector, bringing together all the major developers, utilities, OEMs, suppliers, and buyers under one roof. Visit AWEA’s website to learn more about the enormous economic benefits wind power brings to America and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips

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Keep Your Family Safe With These Carbon Monoxide Tips

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Nov. 24, 2020 – November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month and Kansas Gas Service is sharing information to help avoid carbon monoxide exposure.

What is Carbon Monoxide?

Carbon monoxide, sometimes called “CO,” is an odorless, colorless and tasteless gas created by the incomplete or improper burning of fuel and can occur any time of year. Overexposure can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, which can result in illness or even death

How can you reduce the probability of carbon monoxide exposure?

  • Install and maintain a carbon monoxide detector, available at most retail and hardware stores.
  • Pay attention to the color of the flame on your natural gas appliances – a yellow flame instead of a blue flame is a potential warning sign that the appliance is not operating or venting properly. If you see a yellow flame, turn off your burner and call Kansas Gas Service.
  • Never use a natural gas range or outdoor space heater to heat your home.
  • Check for proper ventilation of your appliances and chimney flues.
  • Maintenance is key! Clean or replace your furnace filters regularly and have a qualified contractor inspect your heating equipment and natural gas appliances annually.

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure?

  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Fatigue
  • Vomiting

If you experience the symptoms mentioned above or suspect the presence of carbon monoxide, immediately leave the house or building, then call 911 to request medical assistance.

Visit KansasGasService.com/carbonmonoxide or connect with Kansas Gas Service on Facebook or Twitter for more resources, information and tips.

About Kansas Gas Service

Kansas Gas Service delivers safe, clean and reliable natural gas to more than 639,000 customers in 360 communities in Kansas. We are the largest natural gas distributor in the state, in terms of customers.

We are a division of ONE Gas, Inc. (NYSE: OGS), a stand-alone, 100 percent regulated, publicly traded natural gas utility that trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “OGS.” ONE Gas is included in the S&P MidCap 400 Index, and is one of the largest natural gas utilities in the United States.

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Evergy’s Sustainability Plan Workshops Open To Public

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The Kansas Corporation Commission schedules a workshop series to discuss the details of Evergy’s Sustainability Transformation Plan
TOPEKA – The Kansas Corporation Commission has scheduled a series of virtual workshops to learn more about Evergy’s Sustainability Transformation Plan (STP) and how it will affect electric ratepayers.  Each workshop will cover a specific set of topics related to the plan.
Evergy representatives will make a presentation at each workshop followed by questions from Commissioners and intervenors in the general investigation docket. The Commission opened the investigation to evaluate whether the STP is in the public interest.
The public is invited to view the meetings, which will be broadcast on the Commission’s YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-uTcucl0oyHJr-_iOheuuw/featured). They will also be available on the site for later viewing.
The workshops schedule is as follows:
Date Time Topic
Dec. 3, 2020 10:00 AM Grid Modernization Investments
Dec. 21, 2020 10:00 AM Operational Efficiencies
Jan. 21, 2021 10:00 AM Enhanced Customer Experience
May 5, 2021 10:00 AM Evergy update presentation on STP after incorporation of feedback
The general investigation docket is available for viewing on the KCC’s website at: https://estar.kcc.ks.gov/estar/portal/kscc/PSC/DocketDetails.aspx?DocketId=5bf302bc-3a8c-4bd9-8652-fd3e63161bc5
Area News, COVID-19, Health Care

Nevada Hospital Seeks Mask Mandate

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“COVID-19 testing is done offsite in this portable building located on the north side of the hospital.”

NRMC Seeks Mask Mandate

As numbers of COVID-19 cases have swiftly escalated in Vernon County, Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is experiencing strains created by the pandemic.

“In recent weeks we have seen COVID-19 numbers spiked dramatically,” says NRMC Chief Executive Officer, Steve Branstetter. “Our Hospital is very busy with COVID-19 in our emergency department and our intensive care unit. Testing also is very busy and we’ve had to extend our hours this week to help with the demand.”

Larger hospitals often have no beds available, and the transfer of seriously ill patients is becoming very challenging. As all hospitals do, NRMC has planned for this type of public health emergency and taken every measure to combat its effects. However, limited resources are being pushed to capacity.

NRMC, along with several other Missouri hospitals, are seeking mandatory mask ordinances in the areas they serve. Tuesday, Branstetter sent a request to local officials to institute such an ordinance.

“We are in a public health crisis. We need the people and our leaders to come together and take the CDC guidelines seriously,” says Branstetter.

NRMC encourages the practice of frequent hand hygiene, social distancing of at least 6 feet, and mask wearing in public to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

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About Nevada Regional Medical Center
Serving a six-county area since 1937, Nevada Regional Medical Center is a 71-bed acute, intensive and skilled care hospital. Nevada Regional Medical Center has earned recognition as a respected regional medical center for its comprehensive health care services, skilled and caring employees and state-of-the-art medical technology. Staff represent more than a dozen medical specialties, including family practice, women’s services, neurology, urology, psychiatry, orthopedics, wound care services, and general, vascular, thoracic and oncological surgery. Additionally, consultation clinics are held regularly by specialists in oncology, pulmonology, podiatry, ear, nose, and throat and cardiology.

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Cato Historical Association Receives Grants

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 Pictured is Ron Graber of Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative, presenting to Marilyn Flagg, a Cato HPA member, and Katharine Spigarelli, President of Cato HPA, a grant that was  recently approved by the Heartland Board of Directors. Ron attended the Cato meeting on the evening of Oct. 27th and made an official presentation of the “Concern for Community” grant.

Pictured is Marilyn Flagg, Cato HPA member, holding a sign from the Community Foundation of SE Kansas saying thatCato HPA was a grant recipient of the “Future Fund Giving Circle”.

Recently, Cato Historical Preservation Association applied for two grants. Both grants were for maintenance at the 150 year old Cato rock school. Both grants were granted so as to keep up the soffits, fascia, doors, etc. The restoration of the Cato School was completed in 2011. The school was placed on the Kansas Register of Historic Places on Nov. 21, 2005 and on the National Register of Historic Places on Sept. 6, 2006.

Due to the pandemic, no hosting of  school children or the annual Cato tour was held this year. As it stands now, Cato is hoping to host the children in 2021 over a period of two days so the students who would have come this year won’t have  to miss out.

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Deals For Veterans

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Veterans Day deals and discounts

The American Legion

The following are some discounts for veterans and servicemembers for restaurants, retail outlets and recreational opportunities for Veterans Day, Nov. 11. While these have been verified, check your local franchise to be sure that they are honoring the discounts and for more information. These will be updated as more discounts become available.

RESTAURANTS

7-Eleven

https://www.7-eleven.com/promo/VAAdvantage

Free coffee or Big Gulp® on Veterans Day.

Bar Louie

https://www.barlouie.com/

Bar Louie salutes all military service members active and retired. As a thank you for your service, this Veterans Day, allow us to serve you! Wednesday, Nov. 11, Louie nation is offering a free craft burger or flatbread of your choice to all active or retired military. From our crew to yours, we thank you for your service. Must show valid ID to receive offer. Dine-in only.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

https://www.bjsrestaurants.com/VeteransDay

All current and former military can enjoy a free entrée up to $14.95 and a free Dr. Pepper beverage on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Not valid for take-out or delivery.

Black Angus Steakhouse

https://www.blackangus.com/

From restaurant open until close, 3-9 p.m. local time, on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, Black Angus Steakhouses will offer veterans the All-American Steak Plate for just $10.99. Available for restaurant dining and takeaway orders, participating guests can expect an 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef® Top Sirloin, mashed potatoes, broccoli with garlic butter and a non-alcoholic beverage (coffee, milk, tea, or soda). All military personnel who produce a valid military ID or proof of military service are eligible to receive this special offer (one day only) – offer terms do apply. Takeaway orders can be made by calling

Bob Evans

https://www.bobevans.com/veterans-day

On Nov. 11, a special menu of seven homestyle favorites will be available to veterans and active duty military FREE at their local Bob Evans Restaurant.

Brick House Tavern + Tap

https://www.brickhousetavernandtap.com/veteransday

Veterans enjoy 20% off their meal on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to four people with valid ID. Dine-in only.

Bubba Gump

https://www.bubbagump.com/featuring/veterans-day/

Military personnel and their families receive 20% off on Veterans Day.

California Pizza Kitchen

https://www.cpk.com/

Will be offering special menu on Veterans Day.

Centraarchy Restaurants

https://centraarchy.com/2020/10/12/centraarchy-restaurants-offers-half-o…

Veterans and active military receive 50% off on Veterans Day. Honored guests are encouraged to make reservations at centraarchy.com/reservations and bring a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy half off any entrée from the regular dinner menu at New York Prime, California Dreaming, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café on Wednesday, November 11.

Chili’s

https://www.chilis.com/restaurant-events/veterans-day

All veterans and active military members can get a free meal on Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2020 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available for in-restaurant only. Please call ahead to your local Chili’s restaurant if you have any questions about your Veterans Day meals.

Country Kitchen

https://countrykitchenrestaurants.com/

Free Country Scramble for active and retired military on Wednesday, Nov 11. Dine in only.

Famous Dave’s

https://www.famousdaves.com/vetsday

Free Georgia Chopped Pork sandwich + side for all military personnel all day November 11.

Valid for dine-in, to go, and online ordering. Use code VETERAN at checkout at famousdaves.com/togo. Offer valid up to $7.49. Not valid for call in orders. Must present valid proof of service.

Farmer Boys

https://www.farmerboys.com/veterans-day-2020/

We’re saying thanks to the brave hearts who served our country. We honor your service and dedication in the quest to keeping us all free. Visit Farmer Boys® with your valid proof of service on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 and receive a FREE Big Cheese®.

Golden Corral

https://www.goldencorral.com/military-appreciation-2020/

For the safety of our honored guests and communities, our Military Appreciation Event will look a little different this year. All active or former military members who have served in the U.S. Military can pick up a promotional card during the month of November redeemable for a FREE “Thank You” Meal!

Promotional Cards redeemable from November 1, 2020 – May 31, 2021 for dine-in only, Monday -Thursday. Limit one free meal per person while supplies last.

Green Mill Restaurant and Bar

https://www.greenmill.com/military-veterans-discount/

Green Mill honors our military on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020, with a free menu item. We’re proud to show our appreciation by serving you. Free meal offer includes any single item from our menu for dine-in only. Pizza restricted to small one-topping Deep Dish pizza. Wing Sampler not included. Active-duty military and veterans must show proof of service. Available at participating Green Mill Restaurants only. Not valid with any other discount or offer. Beverages and gratuity not included.

Hamburger Stand

https://www.hamburgerstand.com/

Free hamburger, regular fries and small Pepsi on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for veterans and active duty military.

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar

https://www.houlihans.com/

Houlihan’s will honor America’s veterans, active-duty military, and our military families on Veterans Day with $10 off a $30 food purchase.

While the offer may vary in some markets, Houlihan’s restaurants located in the following markets will offer $10 off a $30 food purchase: Chicago (Naperville), Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas (Garland), Kansas City (Leawood, Overland Park and Lee’s Summit), Long Island (Farmingdale), Pittsburgh, as well as all 10 restaurants in New Jersey (Bayonne, Brick, Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Holmdel, New Brunswick, Paramus, Parsippany, Ramsey and Secaucus).

The special Veterans Day offer is valid for in-restaurant dining or for carryout on Nov. 11, 2020. No proof of service is required for this offer. Orders made via houlihans.com or a third-party delivery service are not eligible for this offer, and the $10 off $30 is not valid with other discounts.

Joe’s Crab Shack

https://www.joescrabshack.com/veterans-day

Enjoy 20% off on Veterans Day

Lamar’s Donuts & Coffee

http://www.lamars.com/

Free donut and 12 oz. coffee for veterans and active military personnel.

Little Caesars

https://information.littlecaesars.com/en-us/promo/veterans-day/

Veterans and active duty military receive one free $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo® from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at participating Little Caesars.

Logan’s Roadhouse

https://logansroadhouse.com/

This Veterans Day between 3 – 6 p.m. all veterans and military personnel will receive a free meal from our American Roadhouse Meals menu. Proof of service required, menu varied by location. Dine-in only.

Max & Erma’s

https://www.maxandermas.com/

Free cheeseburger, endless fries, fountain drink and chocolate chip cookie for veterans and active military on Veterans Day at participating restaurants.

McCormick and Schmicks

https://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/event/veterans-offer-sunday-novembe…

It is our sincere honor to invite veterans of the U.S. Military, National Guard, Gold Star parents and Gold Star spouses to enjoy a select half priced entrée on Sunday, November 8, 2020.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

https://www.menchies.com/

All veterans who visit our stores on Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, will receive their first 6 oz. of froyo FREE. It’s our way of saying “thank you” for serving!

Mission BBQ

https://mission-bbq.com/

Free sandwich for veterans on Veterans Day.

Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub

https://www.99restaurants.com/media/3140/99-vets-day-flyer-2020.pdf

Veterans and Active Duty Military are invited to be our guest for lunch from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11. Purchase any entrée and you’ll receive a free lunch from our Veterans Day Menu.

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201015005907/en/O%E2%80%99Charl…

O’Charley’s will offer a 10% discount all year round to our active duty servicemembers and veterans.

Quaker Steak & Lube

http://thelube.com/promotions/veterans-day/

All veterans receive a free meal (up to $15) plus a free non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at participating restaurants.

Red Lobster

https://www.redlobster.com/news-press/press/article/2020/10/28/red-lobst…

In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active duty military and reservists for their service, Red Lobster® is offering dine-in guests a free appetizer or dessert on Wednesday, November 11. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.

Red Robin

https://www.redrobin.com/pages/veterans-day/

Veterans and Active Military who are Red Robin Royalty members can redeem their FREE Tavern Double Burger with Steak Fries any time between Nov. 12 and Nov. 30 for dine-in or to-go. The offer will be automatically uploaded to your dashboard.

Rock and Brews

https://www.rockandbrews.com/events/veterans-day

FREE choice of Pulled Pork Sandwich or Strawberry Fields Salad for veterans, armed forces and first responders. Dine-in only. Valid military or first responder ID. required to claim offer. One sandwich or salad per person. At participating locations. Offer may vary at location.

Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery

https://rockbottom.com/veteransday/

Veterans eat free on Nov. 11 from special Veterans Day menu. Menu available for all active duty service members & veterans with military ID or in uniform. One free entree per person. Dine-in only.

Shoney’s

www.shoneys.com

Shoney’s will offer FREE All You Care To Eat, freshly-prepared breakfast bar for military on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11 from open – 11 a.m.

Tap House Grill

https://www.taphousegrills.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/THG_VetsDay102…

Free meal for all veterans and active military. Sam Adams pint giveaway for all while supplies last.

Wienerschnitzel

https://www.wienerschnitzel.com/

Veterans and active duty military receive a free chili dog, small fries and small Pepsi on Veterans Day. Present your military ID or wear your uniform on Nov. 11.

Yard House

https://www.yardhouse.com/events

To honor and celebrate those who have served our country, we invite veterans and active duty military to join us for a complimentary appetizer on Veterans Day.

 

ATTRACTIONS

9/11/ Memorial & Museum, New York City

https://www.911memorial.org/connect/communities/servicemembers-and-veter…

Throughout our tribute, veterans will receive free museum admission for themselves and half-price museum tickets for up to three guests. When reserving tickets, veterans will need to provide their name, email address, military branch, and years of service. Advance reservations are encouraged and can be obtained through our ticketing portal.

Join us Saturday, Nov. 7 through Saturday, Nov. 14. As part of its annual recognition of those who serve or have served in the military, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will hosts a series of events and special programs, virtually and in person, for veterans and their families, as well as the visiting public.

Amelia River Cruises, Florida

https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/deal.a0p40000002lLP0AAM.html

Amelia River Cruises offers a 15% discount for active military on select cruises. Thank you for your service!

Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, Calif.

https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/veterans_day/

In celebration of Veterans Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific honors veterans and military personnel. These men and women are invited to enjoy the aquarium with free admission on Veterans Day. Advance reservations required. Limited capacity.

Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati, Ohio

http://cincinnatizoo.org/plan-your-visit/discounts/

All members of the military — active and retired — will receive FREE admission to the zoo on Veterans Day. The offer also allows military personnel to purchase up to six (6) half-price admission tickets for members of their immediate family. Military personnel who qualify for the free admission ticket and discount offer for family members include active military, retired military, National Guard, veterans with honorable or medical discharge and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps with government issued ID.

Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Va.

https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/visit/special-offers/military-visit…

Active-duty military, reservists, National Guard personnel, retired military and veterans receive complimentary admission once annually for themselves and up to three direct dependents on Veterans Day weekend.

Columbus Zoo, Columbus, Ohio

https://columbuszoo.org/home/visit/plan-your-visit/event-calendar#93b9d4…

To honor our veterans and the sacrifices made to serve our country, the zoo is offering free zoo admission to all who are serving and have served our great nation, including their immediate family, on Nov. 11, 2020.

Hagley Museum, Wilmington, Del.

https://www.hagley.org/calendar/veterans-day

Free admission for current military members, veterans, and their families.

Harley-Davidson Museum, Milwaukee, Wis.

https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/museum/explore/events/veterans-day…

On November 11 and 12, the Harley-Davidson Museum® will offer free Museum admission for all active Military, Veterans and their families. See website for details.

Indianapolis Zoo, Indianapolis

https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/visit/faqs/

To honor our men and women in service, all current and former members of the military are admitted free on Veterans Day. Plus, all non-military family members receive a $2 discount on day-of, on-site ticket purchases on these holidays. The rest of the year, the Zoo offers a $2 discount to all current and former members of the military, good for the purchase of up to four day-of, on-site tickets per visit. Please bring a form of military ID with you to receive the discounts.

Montgomery Zoo, Montgomery, Ala.

https://www.montgomeryzoo.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/5660/2981?c…

During Veteran’s Appreciation Week, November 8 – 14, all veterans, active duty military personnel, and their dependent family members receive a 50% DISCOUNT on REGULAR DAYTIME admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Thank you for your service and dedication to the nation and the world.

Montpelier, Montpelier Station, Va.

https://www.montpelier.org/events/veterans-day-weekend

Free property pass for all servicemembers and their families; free admission to one tour for service members on the weekend before Veterans Day, Nov. 7 – 8, 2020

Monticello, Charlottesville, Va.

https://www.monticello.org/exhibits-events/calendar-of-events/details/ho…

Monticello is proud to offer U.S. military veterans complimentary admission to Monticello for Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2020. Admission for active-duty military personnel is free year-round.

Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, Va.

https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/mount-vernon…

In honor of our nation’s veterans, Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel.

The National WWI Museum and Memorial, Kansas City, Mo.

https://www.theworldwar.org/veteransday

Join us in honoring veterans with special activities, free public ceremonies on the grounds and free general admission for veterans and active duty military to the Museum and Memorial, Saturday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. In addition, general admission is half price for the public on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

National Parks

http://home.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

Free admission for EVERYONE on Veterans Day.

Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, Ohio

https://www.profootballhof.com/events/free-admission-for-veterans-and-ac…

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will provide free museum admission and parking to all veterans and active military plus a guest from Nov. 1-15, 2020. This offer is good for all United States active duty including National Guard reservists and retired military service members who show a valid military ID at the Hall’s Ticket Office. A 20% off discount in the HoF Store will also be offered to veterans and active military in November.

Throughout the rest of November and every day at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, veterans and active military receive $5 off museum admission and their spouses and dependents (under 18) receive $3 off.

San Antonio Zoo, San Antonio, Texas

https://sazoo.org/zoo-events/zoo-salutes/

This November, San Antonio Zoo is honoring active duty, retired, veteran members of the military, National Guard and Reserves with free admission to the San Antonio Zoo. Plus, up to four (4) immediate family members can receive 50% off single day tickets* on date of visit.

To qualify for discount please visit any of the zoo ticket windows and provide: Military member must show valid Military I.D. to receive complimentary admission

Additional single day tickets may be purchased for direct dependents at a discounted rate of 50%

Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, Ga.

https://zooatlanta.org/enhancement/veterans-day-offer/

On Veterans Day, November 11, 2020, veteran, active duty, retired and reserve members of the U.S. Armed Forces enjoy FREE admission and $4 off general admission for up to six accompanying guests. Present a valid military I.D. at Zoo Atlanta to redeem the discount. Offer valid only on Wednesday, November 11, 2020; valid only in-person at Zoo Atlanta Admissions. Guests using this offer for free or discounted tickets do not need advance timed tickets. The discount is not valid with any other offer or promotion.

 

RETAIL

Academy Sports

https://www.academy.com/discount

All military and first responders receive 10% off in store and online through November 11.

Buybuy Baby

https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/static/armedforcesdiscount?isRedirect=true

Receive 25% your order between November 11 – 14.

39 Dollar Glasses

https://www.39dollarglasses.com/special-discounts/military

All members of the military community, including veterans, can receive an additional 20% off at 39dollarglasses.com.

California Southern University

http://www.calsouthern.edu/military-learners/

In honor of Veterans Day/Month, California Southern University (CalSouthern), a regionally accredited, 100%-online university with an international student population, is offering free tuition for one course to veterans and active military, their spouses and dependents who enroll between Nov. 1-30, 2020 – representing a value of up to $1,400 for undergraduate courses and $1,700 for graduate courses.

Enterprise Car Sales

https://www.enterprisecarsales.com/military/

We’re thanking members of the U.S. military, veterans and their families with a special offer. Receive $300 off upon used vehicle purchase from Enterprise Car Sales from November 1 – 30, 2020.

Great Clips

https://www.greatclips.com/about-us/giving/thank-a-veteran

Veterans and active military members can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 and receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date through Dec. 11, 2020.

La Quinta Hotels

https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/hotel-deals/military

Eligible military members enjoy 12% off our Best Available Rate at participating La Quinta by Wyndham hotels across the U.S. Plus, in honor of national Veterans and Military Families Month, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by Dec. 7 and completed by Dec. 8, 2020.

Publix

https://ww4.publix.com/pages/discount

Veterans, active military personnel, and their families are invited to save 10% on groceries on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

This offer excludes prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps, and money services. Valid for in-store purchases only. Customer is responsible for all applicable taxes.

Please present one of the following at purchase: veteran ID card, military ID card, discharge document, or a driver’s license with veteran designation.

Sanderling Resort

https://www.sanderling-resort.com/vacations-specials/

It is our pleasure for the 10th year to offer our Heroes Welcome Rate available to current and former military, fire and rescue, law enforcement, healthcare and educators. Rate also includes 20% off food, spa and retail (excludes alcohol). Based on room type availability and some date restrictions. Taxes and $15 nightly resort fee additional. No other discounts apply.

Super 8

https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/super-8/hotel-deals/military

Super 8 is honored to welcome active and retired military members, veterans, and their families as our very important guests. Eligible military members can save 15% on our Best Available Rate at participating Super 8 by Wyndham hotels in the U.S. and Canada.1 Plus, for a limited time, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 7 and completed by December 8, 2020.

Target

https://corporate.target.com/article/2020/10/veterans-day

As part of Target’s longstanding commitment to active-duty military members, veterans and their families, Target is proud to offer a 10 percent discount off a purchase, some exclusions apply – in stores or online – between November 1-11, 2020. To receive this offer, now in its fourth year, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/military. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store and online.

Tohi Aronia Berry Wellness Drink

https://drinktohi.com/

In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active duty military and reservists for their service, Tohi will offer a free four-pack of beverages (limit, one per customer) and 20% discount on Tohi products for veterans and military personnel with valid military ID card. The new initiative begins on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and will continue indefinitely to show Tohi’s ongoing commitment to supporting those who serve our country.

TOPS Market

https://www.topsmarkets.com/Veterans/

This Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, TOPS will honor an 11% discount off of a total order to all veterans and active military personnel who shop at any of our locations. We thank you for your service.

Verizon

https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-supports-military-families

For military families, Verizon is offering 4 lines for $30/mo per line on Start Unlimited and can get $200 off on selected Samsung smartphones, when adding a line or upgrading to select Samsung smartphones.

Active military members, reservists, cadets, Gold Star families and veterans can access this offer b¬y purchasing a Samsung smartphone on a device payment agreement. This offer began October 29, 2020, and is for a limited time only

Walgreens

https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/military-veterans-discount.jsp

Veterans, military and their families receive 20% off eligible regular price items with card, in store only from November 11–15.

Area News, Bourbon County, Government

HWY 69 Expansion Work Starts This Week

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Work on U.S. 69 Crawford County expansion project will start this week

 

The week of Nov. 2, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to start a project that will expand a 5.7-mile section of U.S. 69 in Crawford County to a four-lane divided expressway.

 

The expansion project begins three miles north of the north city limits of Arma and continues north to the Crawford-Bourbon county line. Two lanes will be added to the existing U.S. 69 alignment. At-grade intersections will be constructed at 680th, 690th, 700th, 710th and 720th avenues.

 

Two-way traffic is being maintained on the existing lanes of U.S. 69 while the new lanes are under construction. Early project activity includes grading and work on box culverts off the highway. Traffic will be flagged through the area during intermittent blasting operations, with minimal delays expected. The speed limit through the project is 55 miles an hour.

 

KDOT awarded the $21.6 million construction contract to Bob Bergkamp Construction, Inc., of Wichita. The project is north of another U.S. 69 expansion project at Arma, which began in March. The work should complete by the summer of 2022, weather permitting.

 

Persons with questions may contact Darrin Petrowsky at KDOT-Iola, (620) 901-6557, or Priscilla Petersen at KDOT-Chanute, (620) 902-6433.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bourbon County Local News