Making jelly? The pectin you use makes a difference
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Experienced jelly-makers will tell you one enduring fact: All pectin is not created equal. There are two types of pectin, liquid and dry.
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Protect your home from wasps
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A common problem many homeowners encounter is wasps taking up residence outside their homes. Kansas State University entomologist Raymond Cloyd says, however, not all wasps are harmful.
Am I growing plants, or feeding grasshoppers?
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If gardeners get this eerie feeling that they’re feeding grasshoppers right now, they’re likely not alone. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said many grasshopper varieties make their home in gardens this time of year, preferring the luxurious accommodations – rife with leaves, flowers, stems and seeds – as they molt and mature.
Park equipment back open after relocation
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TSnews GARDEN PLAIN – Playground equipment at Garden Plain City Park is fully open again following a relocation within the park. Park equipment had to be relocated to accommodate the new municipal aquatic facility.
Goddard approves $1 million loan to developer
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TSnews GODDARD – The Goddard City Council has approved making a $1 million loan to a developer who promises to deliver three parcels for annexation into the city. All the parcels are along 167th Street West, northeast of the current city limits.
Communities to host National Night Out events
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TSnews Haysville, Conway Springs and Goddard will be organizing National Night Out events for their communities, and Cheney will be having neighborhood block parties later in August. Haysville’s will be Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Dewey Gunzelman pool.
Cut the cost of watering trees
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As the temperatures climb into the 90s and above, most trees require more water, but more water means more costs. Kansas State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says modifying soaker hoses can help homeowners save a few dollars.
Conway Springs upgrades ambulance
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CONWAY SPRINGS — Conway Springs EMS got a new ambulance. After many years of their 2008 Chevy Kodiak, Conway Springs EMS got a 2024 Ford F550 Type AEV Traumahawk.
Trout named Miss Rodeo Fort Hays
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GARDEN PLAIN — Jordyn Trout, a junior majoring in marketing at Fort Hays State, has been crowned as Miss Rodeo Fort Hays State. It was not something she expected or was looking for until a friend encouraged her to apply.
Washboard Cookies
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Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling cookies 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cinnamon Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a couple baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper, and set them aside.