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Extension Two of Kansas gardeners’ favored fruits may need attention now as the calendar hits mid-August. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said pears are typically ready for harvest through October, depending on the variety.

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Editor's note: Following are the unofficial minutes of the Aug. 11 meeting of the USD 356 Conway Springs Board of Education minutes. The min - utes will be officially adopted at the September meeting, and are subject to change prior to adoptiom.

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house? Almost 75 Dear Almost, It’s a great question. Finding a good home repair/handyman can be a bit of a crapshoot.

Extension Canning tomatoes is a great way to preserve a good garden harvest or excess store purchases, but if you’re leaving the skins on, you might be risking both flavor and food safety, says Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee.

Got Salad? Many Kansas gardeners may already know that extending the year’s harvest into fall means planting many crops that would make a tasty mix.

TSnews GODDARD – The Goddard City Council revisited the issue of parking at certain developments at its meeting Monday. The council first discussed removing all parking minimums for certain land uses at its July 21 meeting but took no action so two issues could be separated.

TSnews CLEARWATER – During the Clearwater City Council meeting on Aug. 12, Jason Gordon was sworn in to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Crystal Walter.

SEDGWICK COUNTY – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has an overlay project on K-42 in Wichita that will impact commuters from Sedgwick and Sumner counties. Work began on Monday.