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140 Years Ago Cheney’s select school is out. Last Friday was the last day, and the teacher, Miss Eva Bates, went to some eastern city, Wichita we believe, for vacation.

TSnews ARGONIA – There has been a change to the membership of the Argonia City Council. Council member Terina McCurley has submitted her resignation.

Extension Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says gardeners have no need to cry when looking for signs to harvest onions. She said onions reach maturity when the tops begin to fall over; when at least one-half of the tops have fallen, it’s time to harvest.

Plant a Row for the Hungry kicks off its 24th year in Sedgwick County this month, by asking all gardeners to plant a little extra this season and share the surplus with those in need throughout our community.

GODDARD – Goddard Public Schools, USD 265, will hold a community education retreat on July 26. This public event will run 9 a.m.

By Pat Melgares K-State Extension Sometimes, developing positive lifestyle habits takes just a little nudge. Take, for instance, a daily walk.

Editor's note: Following are the unofficial minutes of the July 8 meeting of the USD 356 Conway Springs Board of Education. The minutes will be adopted at the next meeting, and are subject to change prior to adoption.

Cheney Police Report July 1: Check suspicious person, 800 block N. Marshall; Business check, 1100 block N.

Cheney Thursday Sedgwick County Fair Day 2. Tae kwon do, 7 p.m., Cheney Rec.

TSnews CHENEY – The Sedgwick County Fair continues through Saturday in Cheney, with lots of entertainment options. This year’s theme is “Celebrate our roots – 80 Years of the Fair.”