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TSnews CLEARWATER – It was a heart-felt and touching moment Saturday morning as the Clearwater community celebrated the Hammers Prairie Park and Nature Center grand opening, as well as the dedication of the Robert J. Hammers memorial.

Staff report TSnews Combines began rolling in southern Kansas late last week, as farmers began test cutting or started to harvest their wheat crops. According to Kansas Wheat, harvest started earlier than normal because wheat matured early and farmers have tried to beat storms.

LEFT: Ace Anderson flies out of the gate during the saddle bronc riding competition Saturday at the Conway Springs Rodeo. The annual event took place on Friday and Saturday. Kraft Rodeo provided the stock in their first rodeo of the season.

LEFT: The fourth annual Garden Plain Vintage Market drew a good crowd and was blessed by great weather on Saturday. The event draws in a wide variety of vendors and food trucks, and local businesses have an opportunity to showcase themselves.

TSnews CONWAY SPRINGS – Several ideas for improvements within Central Park were discussed last week by the Conway Springs City Council. Those discussions included ideas for the park's iconic band shell, the Scout Hut, the historic spring house, and a new park bench.

TSnews HAYSVILLE – The Haysville Community Library has received a $3,333 grant, along with some addition funds, to improve accessibility and inclusivity.

TSnews GODDARD – The walking trail in Goddard's Linear Park will soon have two new connections to the surrounding areas to the north, west of Main Street. At Monday night's regular meeting, Goddard City Council members approved spending more than $36,000 for the project.

ARGONIA – The Quilt of Valor group South Central Kansas Quilters presented five quilts at the Argonia Alumni Banquet on Memorial Day. The recipients were honored for their sacrifices and loyalty to their country.

CHENEY – The names of the Cheney High School honor roll students have been released. Students named were included on the spring semester honor roll.

TSnews CLEARWATER – The public is invited to come out Saturday for the Hammers Prairie Park and Nature Center grand opening and dedication of the Robert J. Hammers memorial.