Pumptrack Demo Tor in Abilene, Kansas
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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
RHV Hardware Sale May 31st - June 18th
RHV Hardware Sale - Abilene, Kansas - May 31st - June 18th
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Symphony at Sunset at Eisenhower Presidential Library Commemorates D-Day - Abilene, Kansas
Symphony at Sunset at Eisenhower Presidential Library Commemorates D-Day
The fifth annual event honors
all veterans while bringing families and friends together for a fun outdoor
event
The fifth Symphony at Sunset Annual D-Day Commemoration Concert will be
held Saturday, June 4 on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library. This
patriotic concert, held on the first Saturday in June, each year pays tribute
to all veterans and has become a tradition for individuals and families in
the area.
Activities will begin at 4 p.m. and families are invited to come early to enjoy the grounds and facilities of the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. The Arts Council of Dickinson County is partnering with the Library to provide children's activities. A special tent will be the base for all sorts of fun things for kids to do, including designing special "thank-you" cards for veterans.
The Pop-Up Museum is a new feature this year. Individuals are invited to bring their keepsakes and mementos of World War II to share with others from 4-7 p.m. in the Pop-Up Museum tent. Advance registration is required by calling 785-263-6700. Please note weapons are not permitted on federal property.
The Ft. Riley Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard will perform mounted drills and precision horsemanship. Troopers and horses of this unit are outfitted in the uniforms, accoutrements and equipment of the Civil War period. Soldiers receive their instruction from manuals used by Civil War cavalrymen.
The 1st Infantry Division Band from Ft. Riley will open the concert at 7 p.m. This year's concert selections follow a space theme in commemoration of President Eisenhower's establishment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1958. The Band's selections feature space represented in movie themes and pop songs and include songs such as "Magic Carpet Ride," "Aquarius," and "Space Oddity."
Activities will begin at 4 p.m. and families are invited to come early to enjoy the grounds and facilities of the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. The Arts Council of Dickinson County is partnering with the Library to provide children's activities. A special tent will be the base for all sorts of fun things for kids to do, including designing special "thank-you" cards for veterans.
The Pop-Up Museum is a new feature this year. Individuals are invited to bring their keepsakes and mementos of World War II to share with others from 4-7 p.m. in the Pop-Up Museum tent. Advance registration is required by calling 785-263-6700. Please note weapons are not permitted on federal property.
The Ft. Riley Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard will perform mounted drills and precision horsemanship. Troopers and horses of this unit are outfitted in the uniforms, accoutrements and equipment of the Civil War period. Soldiers receive their instruction from manuals used by Civil War cavalrymen.
The 1st Infantry Division Band from Ft. Riley will open the concert at 7 p.m. This year's concert selections follow a space theme in commemoration of President Eisenhower's establishment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1958. The Band's selections feature space represented in movie themes and pop songs and include songs such as "Magic Carpet Ride," "Aquarius," and "Space Oddity."
Mary Jean Eisenhower will give remarks just prior to the Salina Symphony
performance followed by a special retirement presentation honoring Karl
Weissenbach, Director, Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood
Home, recognizing Karl's many years of service.
The Salina Symphony headlines the concert at 8:30 p.m., just as the sun is setting.
The Salina Symphony headlines the concert at 8:30 p.m., just as the sun is setting.
Furthering
the space theme, Symphony selections will include "Fly Me to the
Moon," and "When You Wish Upon a Star," featuring vocalists from
the 1st Infantry Division Band. Other selections include "The Star Wars
Suite," "Star Trek into the Darkness," and military favorites by
the combined Symphony and Band.
Marshall Motors of Salina is a corporate sponsor of the Symphony at Sunset. In lieu of a ticket fee, concert patrons are asked to make donations to help with the funding since no tax dollars are used to fund public programs. Donation stations will be set up at several locations on the grounds. The contributions will be used to support next year's performance. This free concert is a #PayWhatYouCan performance.
Those attending the concert are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets and to picnic on the grounds. Food items including sandwiches and snacks, and beverages including soft drinks and beer will be available from area vendors beginning at 4 p.m.
Marshall Motors of Salina is a corporate sponsor of the Symphony at Sunset. In lieu of a ticket fee, concert patrons are asked to make donations to help with the funding since no tax dollars are used to fund public programs. Donation stations will be set up at several locations on the grounds. The contributions will be used to support next year's performance. This free concert is a #PayWhatYouCan performance.
Those attending the concert are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets and to picnic on the grounds. Food items including sandwiches and snacks, and beverages including soft drinks and beer will be available from area vendors beginning at 4 p.m.
Concert attendees are encouraged to come early and visit the Museum and tour the Boyhood Home which will both be open until 7 p.m. The Visitors Center/Gift Shop will remain open until 10:30 p.m.
The concert rain date is Sunday, June 5 at 8:30 p.m.
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Great Plains Theatre Professional Actor Led Workshop - Abilene, Kansas
Great Plains Theatre Professional Actor Led Workshop
This summer, GPT is launching an exciting new
offering which will share some of the talents of their visiting
professional company with the residents of Kansas. Each summer, GPT brings a
group of professionals into Abilene to perform in their summer season. This
summer, we have asked some of those professionals to teach a workshop in
something that thrills them.
Anyone old enough to participate in a 2-hour workshop is
welcome. You don't have to be a "theatre person" to take a workshop.
We will offer 3 sets of workshops: 2 nights during the run of each summer show.
The workshops will be from 6-8 pm on the Wednesday and Thursday nights of each
production. You can find more info on this program on our website at http://www.greatplainstheatre.com.
Each class is only $15.
Don't miss this exciting
opportunity to get an inside look into what the world of professional theatre
is all about.
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN WORKSHOPS
JUNE 15
Cold Readings
Getting Your Work Done
Stage Combat
Shakespeare
Voice for the Actor
Creating New Work
JUNE 16
Monologue for Regional Auditions
Stage Combat
Exploring Regional Theatre
Song Coaching for Regional Auditions
Building a Physical Character
SUMMER
CAMPS
IMPROV CAMP
DATES: JUNE 13-17
TIME: 8 AM - 1 PM
AGES: 12 TO 18
COST: $75
PERFORMANCE WILL BE JUNE 17 AT NOON
Call GPT at (785)263-4574 to reserve a spot
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ADM Supports Hospice Golf Tournament
ADM Supports Hospice Golf Tournament
Archer
Daniels Midland Company donated $1,000 to the Ed Kuntz Memorial Golf
Tournament in support of Hospice of Dickinson County. All proceeds from
the June 18th golf tournament are designated for the care of local hospice patients through the Hospice of Dickinson County program.
Hospice
of Dickinson County is a local, non-profit community hospice that
provides end of life care. According to Debbie Bielefeld, Hospice of
Dickinson County Volunteer Coordinator, it is one of the few hospices in
the state of Kansas that will provide hospice care at no cost to
patients who do not have health insurance. She states, “We are able to
do this only because of generous donations such as this. We are guided
by our commitment to quality service in our relationships with patients
and their families, colleagues, and the community.”
Hospice
of Dickinson County serves patients in Dickinson County and within a
radius of 20 miles from either the Abilene or Herington offices.
The
ADM donation was given through ADM Cares, a social investment program
that directs funds to initiatives and organizations that drive
meaningful social, economic, and environmental progress worldwide. The
program comprises three distinct focus areas: supporting the
responsible development of agriculture, improving the quality of life in
ADM communities, and fostering employee giving and volunteer
activities.
The
golf tournament will be held at Great Life Golf and Fitness, 1705
Country Club Lane, Abilene. It is a four-person scramble that starts at
8:00 a.m. Each hole will have a challenge with a prize opportunity
including a hole-in-one car give away sponsored by Holm Automotive
Center. For golf tournament information call 263-6630.
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Arts and Flowers - First Friday at the Flower Nook in Salina, Kansas
First Friday at the Flower Nook in Salina, Kansas
First Friday ART and FLOWERS.
5 In-store artist
Enjoy the Men with flowers in their beards.
Porky’z Taquitoz Food truck
Sign our New Graffiti Wall
Watch the Hands-on Wire Necklace Class create a one of a kind necklace
Enter the Monthly Art Drawing
Then step next door into Steaming Madd to view the exciting world of Steam Punk
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Sunday, May 22, 2016
I, Diabetic --- Cauliflower Crested Ham Frittata - Living Life Without Fighting Food:
Living Life Without Fighting Food: I, Diabetic --- Cauliflower Crested Ham Frittata -
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Memorial Health System Volunteer Corps Scholarship Awarded
Memorial Health System Volunteer Corps Scholarship Awarded
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Shown
from left: Michelle McClanahan, MHS Director of Volunteer Services,
Madison Roth, and Joe Sanfilippo MHS Volunteer Corps Treasurer.
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The
Memorial Health System Volunteer Corps is pleased to announce that
Madison Roth, Abilene,
has been awarded a $500 scholarship. The Memorial Health System
Volunteer Corps presents a scholarship annually to a local high school
senior who has volunteered their time within the community and plans to
pursue a career in healthcare. Madison will graduate from Abilene High
School this spring and will be attending Bethel College in Newton in the
fall. She plans to pursue a degree in nursing.
Hospice of Dickinson County Recognized Nationally for Quality
Hospice of Dickinson County Recognized Nationally for Quality
Hospice of Dickinson County has been recognized
nationally and named a 2016 Hospice Honors recipient for providing the highest
level of quality hospice services according to Deyta Analytics, a national
agency that collects data and provides advanced analytics on hospice
agencies. The award is based upon data gathered from patients’ informal
primary caregivers.
Hospice of Dickinson County scored above the national
average on 20 out of 24 experience indicator measures which earned this national
recognition. Some of the indicators measured were Getting Help for the
Patient’s Symptoms, Hospice Team Communication, Getting Timely Care, Treating
Family Member with Respect, Providing Emotional Support, Support for Religious
and Spiritual Beliefs, Information Continuity, Understanding the Side Effects
of Pain Medication, and Getting Hospice Care Training.
This Hospice award is based on national standards
developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to allow valid
comparisons among all Medicare certified hospice agencies. Medicare
certified means the hospice agency is approved by Medicare and meets certain
federal health and safety requirements.
Hospice of Dickinson County is a division of Home Health
and Hospice of Dickinson County, a local, non-profit agency that provides
services to residents of Dickinson County with offices in Abilene and
Herington. The agency received national recognition for its quality home
health services in October 2015. For more information contact the Abilene
office at 263-6630.
Sunday, May 15, 2016
City Manager of Abilene, Kansas Names Michael Marshall as Police Chief
City Manager of Abilene, Kansas Names Michael Marshall as Police Chief
The City Manger of Abilene, Kansas has named Michael
Marshall to serve as Police Chief of the Abilene, Kansas Police Department. Mr. Marshall will assume
the duties of the position on May 17, 2016.
Mr. Marshall has over thirty years of experience in law
enforcement with the Salina Police Department, to include serving as Patrol
Officer, Detective, Dispatcher, Lieutenant, Commander of Drug Task Force,
Captain of Patrol, and Deputy Chief of Administration. Mr. Marshall served in
the capacity of the Deputy Chief of Administration for a little over twelve
years.
“Michael brings a level of knowledge and experience that was
unmatched in the selection process,” says City Manager David Dillner. “He will
no doubt continue the excellence that has become a key component of the Abilene
Police Department during the last few years.”
While serving as Deputy Chief, Mr. Marshall prepared as
managed the Salina Police Department’s $8 million budget, oversaw the payroll
for the 113 member department, directly supervised the Salina Police
Department’s Records Division, Training Unit, Evidence Section, and
Communications Section. He also managed the Salina Police Department in the
Police Chief’s absence.
Mr. Marshall’s professional education and training includes
the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, the Kansas Association Chief’s of
Police Command Development, Kansas Police Administration School, and the
International Association Chief ofPolice Training in multiple years.
“The City is especially grateful to the interview committee
and all of the candidates who expressed interest in the position,” said City
Manager David Dillner. “I am especially grateful and appreciative of Lts.
Michael Mohn and Jason Wilkins and the Abilene Police Department for their
great work during this time of organizational transition.”
Press release sent out by David Dillner May 12th
2016.
Great Lakes Airlines to Start Nonstop Service from Salina to Denver Start June 15, 2016
Great Lakes Airlines to Start Nonstop Service from Salina to Denver Start June 15, 2016
Senator
Jerry Moran commented "Access to air service is critical to Central
Kansas, and the updated terminal and Great Lakes' direct flights to
Denver provide this region with safer, more efficient travel options. I
appreciated the opportunity to work with the Salina Airport Authority to
restore security screening to the airport. Commonsense tells me that
without TSA presence, few people would utilize the new flight to
Denver."
Great
Lakes will offer Salina, Saline County and North Central Kansas
travelers two daily, nonstop flights to Denver on 30 seat Embraer
Brasilia regional aircraft. Great Lakes is a United Airlines code share
partner which enables passengers to make connections to more than 180
nonstop destinations from Denver.
Great
Lakes CEO, Doug Voss stated that "with the support of Senator Moran,
Congressman Tim Heulskamp, the Salina Airport and TSA, Great Lakes is
pleased to announce we have filed schedules and fares for the new
Salina-Denver service starting June 15, 2016." Voss added, "we are
excited to provide two well timed flights a day between Salina and
Denver, which is the premier hub of the West".
For more information on schedules and fares contact your local travel agent.
If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Tim Rogers at 785-827-3914 or email at trogers@salair.org.
K-State Musicians to Present "World Wars Concert" at Eisenhower Presidential Library
K-State Musicians to Present "World Wars Concert" at Eisenhower Presidential Library
A "World Wars Concert" is set for Saturday, May 21, at 2 p.m. in the Visitors Center of the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. The free concert will be held on Armed Forces Day, the single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
"Since it is the 100th anniversary of WWI and the 75th anniversary of WWII, we felt this was a very appropriate time to produce a series like this," Pinkall states. "The program features music of Alberic Magnard,George Butterworth and F.S. Kelly, who died during World War I. Audio/visuals will help tell the story of these composers," he added.
Pinkall is an operatic tenor, often performing as a soloist in orchestral settings with ensembles including the Kansas City Symphony. From 2008-2010 he directed music at University United Methodist Church in Salina, Kan., on the Kansas Wesleyan University campus. Pinkall specializes in the production of large artistic events. He helped manage the production of Pope Francis' mass in Philadelphia in Sept. 2015.
The recipient of numerous awards, Pinkall received a 2016 Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance. He was a soloist and chorister on the winning album, "Rachmaninoff: All-Night Vigil." He was also an artistic director for the 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games Opening Ceremony which earned four Primetime Emmy nominations, winning one.
The Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, a nonpartisan federal institution, is part of the Presidential Libraries network operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential Libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. We preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire.
Improv Camp Sign up at Great Plains Theatre Starts Today!!
Improv Camp Sign up at Great Plains Theatre Starts Today!!
June 13-17
8am - 1pm
$75
Performance: June 17 at noon
Improvisational
theatre helps with conversation and decision-making skills, personal
expression, and ensemble building. It doesn't matter how old you are, or
how funny you think you are. It's about working together and supporting
your partners to create completely unplanned, entertaining theatre.
Come
do some improv with Oklahoma City University's Sage Tokach. The camp is
for ANY age above 7. It will focus on long-form scene building and
short-form games.
To register, visit our website at:
Download the registration form or stop by the GPT office at 401 Cottage Avenue to get a printed registration form.
The final performance will be held at noon on June 17. There will be no admission fee.
Memorial Health System College Student Completes Year-Long Stay
Memorial Health System College Student Completes Year-Long Stay
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| Katie Lambert (center) is shown holding a certificate for completing her year-long clinical rotation in the Radiology Department at Memorial Hospital (MH). Lambert is a student in the Medical Diagnostic Imaging Department at Fort Hays State University (FHSU). She is pictured with Jim Barten (left), MH Director of Radiology, and Noel Schultze (right), MH Radiology Department Technologist who also serves as the FHSU clinical site coordinator. Ms. Lambert is the seventh student to complete her clinical rotation at the Memorial Hospital Radiology Department. She will be eligible to sit for her registry for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists following graduation this weekend from FHSU. |
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Assistant Retail Sales Manager, FT - TCT - Abilene, Kansas
Assistant Retail Sales Manager, FT - TCT - Abilene, Kansas
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Sunday, May 1, 2016
VA Aid and Attendance Benefit Program in Abilene, Kansas
VA Aid and Attendance Benefit Program
Village
Manor, 705 N. Brady, Abilene, is hosting a program on Wednesday, May 4,
at 2:00 p.m. presented by the Patriot Angels regarding the Veterans Aid
and Attendance Program. This program can help eligible wartime
veterans and/or their surviving spouses defray the cost of senior care
and assisted living accommodations.
The
Patriot Angels, who work with accredited attorneys, are providing this
complimentary seminar to help seniors understand whether they are
eligible to receive the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit. The seminar will
cover eligibility, pension benefits, financial assistance, when and how
to apply for benefits, and more. A question and answer session will
follow the presentation. The program is open to senior care facility
residents, their families, friends, medical professionals, anyone
working with or in senior care, and the general public. Refreshments
will be served.
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Local Hospital Radiology Department Passes Survey with Highest Rating
Hospital Radiology Department Passes Survey with Highest Rating
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| The Memorial Hospital Radiology and Imaging Services Department staff recently achieved a zero deficiency rating during a survey by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Shown are (back row from left): Danielle Oliver, Jarod Haselhorst, Noel Schultze, Katie Lambert, (front row): Jim Barten, Kayla Webb, Dee Parker, and Rhonda Schmid. |
The Memorial Hospital Radiology and Imaging Services
Department passed a recent Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE)
survey with zero deficiencies, the highest level of achievement.
During the survey, KDHE staff inspects all technologists’
credentials, equipment performance, the radiation physicist’s survey, the
department’s policies and procedures, equipment maintenance logs, and radiation
safety for both patients and personnel.
KDHE completes surveys to meet requirements of the Kansas
Radiation Protection Regulations. All of the radiation producing
equipment in the department including, but not limited to, CT, X-ray,
Fluoroscopy, and Dexa (bone density) is included in this survey.
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Abilene Kansas' Memorial Hospital Director of Food and Nutritional Services Elected to State Board
Abilene Kansas' Memorial Hospital Director of Food and Nutritional Services Elected to State Board
Matt
Schlagel, Memorial Hospital Director of Food and Nutritional Services,
has been elected to serve as secretary for the Kansas Chapter of the
Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) Board of
Directors.
Matt
Schlagel, Memorial Hospital Director of Food and Nutritional Services,
has been elected to serve a two-year term as Secretary on the Board of
Directors for the Kansas Chapter of the Association of Nutrition &
Foodservice Professionals (ANFP), formerly the Kansas Dietary Manager’s
Association. Schlagel has served as the Wichita District Secretary and
currently serves as the Wichita District Treasurer of the Kansas ANFP
Chapter. The Kansas Chapter is an affiliate of the national not-for-profit ANFP.
As
a member of the board, Schlagel will meet quarterly to keep notes at
meetings to insure timely recording of the minutes and distribution to
board members and will forward information to the newsletter chairperson
for publication. ANFP works to position
the Certified Dietary Manager as the expert in food service management
and food safety and have continuing education hours to stay current with
the latest food service requirements.
Schlagel has served as the Director of Food and Nutritional Services at Memorial Hospital
for five years and has been employed there for six years. He has an
Associates Degree in Pre-Dietetics, 20 years experience in military food
service, which includes being a member of a military competition
culinary arts team, and is ServSafe qualified at the manager level.
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Music & Arts on the Square
Saturday, June 4th
Downtown Clay Center Courthouse Square
We are currently accepting vendor and food booth applications.
Vendor
applications may be picked up at the Chamber Office {517 Court St.},
Java Junkies {505 Court St.} or you can email me at
ccchamber@eaglecom.net to request a form.
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8th Annual Chamber Golf Classic
8th Annual Chamber Golf Classic
Four Person Scramble
Thursday, May 12th
Clay Center Country Club
Shotgun Start
9 am Registration; 10 am Tee Off
Team Fee: $200
Non-Chamber Member Team Fee: $240.00
Golf Cart Rental Fee: $10 per cart
Team Mulligan {4 mulligans in team mulligan, 1 per player} $20.00
For more information, or to sign up, please email Renee' at ccchamber@eaglecom.net
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