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Body Brisket is top Christmas alternative Barbecue brisket with Kansas City-style sauce is Kansas’ top alternative Christmas dish. That’s according to a nationwide survey of 3,000 foodies by the recipe website MissWish.com.

Body K-State food scientist says most people likely have never eaten a yam Did you know sweet potatoes and yams are not the same? In fact, you’ve probably never eaten an actual yam, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Karen Blakeslee.

Body CLEARWATER – The Clearwater City Council has canceled its meeting for next Tuesday, Dec. 26, due to city offices being closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Body CONWAY SPRINGS – A serious issue involving the bookkeeping system at Conway Springs City Hall was discussed at length last week by members of the Conway Springs City Council.

Body The Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) has released the sites for boys and girls regional wrestling tournaments in February.

Body HAYSVILLE – The City of Haysville is looking for a volunteer to fill a vacant board position on the Haysville Planning Commission. The planning commission meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.

Body CHENEY – By all accounts, Cheney’s Come Home for Christmas event the first weekend in December was a huge success. The annual event is hosted by the Cheney Chamber of Commerce, and members noted at their recent meeting that every aspect of the event was noteworthy.

Body GODDARD – A new city park north of US-54 Highway is beginning to take tangible form after action at Monday’s city council meeting. The council approved advertising for requests for proposals for architectural services and project management for the park.

Body HAYSVILLE – Voting continues for the NFL Fan of the Year. Haysville resident Kelly Kennedy was named as the Kansas City Chiefs’ fan of the year earlier this season, at the season-opening Thursday night home game against the Detroit Lions.

Body HAYSVILLE - A total of 18 Campus High School students were pinned as new Certified Nurse Aides (CNA) on Nov. 29.