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From May 14, 1931 A delightful automobile party for the young folks of the community was held at the high school gym on Tuesday evening, May 12. This was given under the auspices of the council of religious education.

120 Years Ago Bert Bonham, who was confined to his bed last week by a threatened attack of pneumonia, can be at his barbershop again. 90 Years Ago Paving of Main Street with the oil preparation was started this week.

From April 1920 This is our “April Fool” issue, and because of some things that we could not control it is somewhat condensed. Spring weather, everybody busy, no deaths, and everything peaceful here.

Ingredients 2 large red bell peppers 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 4 cups chicken stock, divided 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice 1/4 cup white wine 3 teaspoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated salt and pepper, to taste About 20 to 30 minutes before you’re ready to start the risotto, line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the whole peppers on it. Turn your oven broiler on high, and place the peppers under it, letting the peppers char.

Argonia Monday USD 359 teacher in-service. Argonia City Council, 6 p.m., City Hall.

Joey and I have a shared joke when we go out to eat about which one of us “won” dinner, especially when we’re trying someplace new. A few weeks ago, Joey definitely won.

The Kansas Department of Transportation is alerting the public to a scam involving fraudulent text messages, known as smishing, that falsely claim to be from KDOT and demand payment for unpaid tolls. Do not click on the link.

A specialty crop and urban agriculture workshop focused on soil health will be held next Wednesday. The workshop will run 9:30 a.m.

The Haysville Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that applications for the Haysville Chamber Scholarship are now open. This prestigious scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate leadership potential, academic excellence, and commitment to their community.

CONWAY SPRINGS – A well-attended business information meeting last week that was hosted by the City of Conway Springs may prove to be just the start that was needed to get a Chamber of Commerce group up and going again in this community.