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WICHITA – This week began with bitter cold and fresh snow, but December was warmer than average according to the National Weather Service in Wichita. December and yearly 2024 temperatures were above average to well above average across much of Kansas, while December precipitation was below average for most of the state.

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GODDARD – The Dam Jam Music Festival won’t be in Goddard this summer. The festival announced on Monday that it is moving to the Winfield Fairgrounds and will hold the festival one week earlier on the calendar, on July 18-19.

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CONWAY SPRINGS – Members of the Conway Springs City Council closed out 2024 by taking action on junk cars and parked RVs in the community. Tackling these issues had been a discussion item for the council in the final months of the year, and at their meeting in December, council members took action on two ordinances that addressed both of the issues for the community.

Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, What types of mental health services does Medicare cover? I struggle with anxiety and depression, and my primary care provider recommended I see a therapist or psychiatrist. Anxious Annie Dear Annie, Medicare actually covers both outpatient and inpatient mental health care services and programs to help beneficiaries with anxiety, depression and many other mental health needs.

HAYSVILLE – The fifth annual Chili Cook-Off and Craft Fair at the Haysville Senior Center will take place on Feb. 22.