Large and small, Schowalter Villa woodworker has done it all
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON—For decades, Merel Unruh has put his carpentry skills to work, from being on the cutting edge of house flipping, to……
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Swathers won’t ghost winter play just because of virus
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON – This winter, thespians at Hesston will be presenting The Canterville Ghost as their winter play. Performance dates are Feb…….
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Jack Hobbs reflects on long career as educators
By Blake Spurney HESSTON — Jack Hobbs has worked all over the state as a school superintendent and when it came time to settle……
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A soft place to land: couple opens their home to Lark international students
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON—While many students have been wrestling with the changes in education in 2020, Hesston College international students are adapting not only…
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From wild turkeys to ice storms, Denno reflects on career as mail carrier
By Jared Janzen HALSTEAD—The numbers tell the story of Larry Denno’s 33-year career as a rural mail carrier for Halstead and Hesston. The 110-mile……
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Love of quilting stitches Emma Creek Quilt Guild together through pandemic
By Jackie Nelson This winter, quilt enthusiasts have the opportunity to wrap themselves up in a long-standing group, the Emma Creek Quilt Guild. Established…
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Hesston Sonic becomes $1 million drive thru
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON – Local Sonic manager Delynn John hit a personal milestone, netting $1 million in sales in 2020. John has managed……
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Hesston continues tradition of military care packages despite pandemic shortages
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON – During a global pandemic, Hesston Area Seniors are looking out for troops stationed away from their families during the…
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A season of firsts for Santas coping with COVID-19
By Jackie Nelson MOUNDRIDGE – Being Santa Claus is not an easy part to play any year, let alone during a pandemic. This year,…
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Lighting up the holiday season, arboretum keeps volunteers safe during luminary
By Jackie Nelson HESSTON—In the year of COVID-19, activities across the board have been cancelled and annual events and holiday traditions put on hold…….
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