‘Bell-to-bell’ cell phone bill approved
TSnews TOPEKA – With the signature of Gov. Laura Kelly on March 19, House Bill 2299 banning cell phone use by students became law.
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Local opposition to data centers is strong and growing
TSnews The effort to keep data centers out of rural Sedgwick County is strong and organized, and the latest opportunity for people to express their opposition was Monday night in Garden Plain. A large crowd of people showed up at Garden Plain High School to hear a presentation by a panel of people.
Show to highlight student artists
TSnews GODDARD – The annual Goddard Woman’s Club will host its annual student art show this weekend. The show features artwork created by students at Goddard, Eisenhower, Garden Plain and Cheney high schools, and will take place in the lobby at Dove Estates Senior Living Community, 1400 S.
Severe weather program is Thursday
SEDGWICK COUNTY – One last severe weather program will take place this Thursday in Haysville. Each year, Sedgwick County Emergency Management offers a severe weather safety program at various locations around the county.
Farm Bureau to host legislative update
SUMNER COUNTY – Sumner County Farm Bureau will host a legislative update with Kansas representatives and senators. The gathering will take place on April 4 at Cowley College- Sumner County in the Short Education Center, room 113, at 2208 Davis-White Loop in Wellington.
Community Calendar
Cheney Thursday Cheney Senior Center: Cards and games, 1 p.m. Monday Cheney Senior Center: Bridge, 1 p.m.
Friendship Meals Menu
Following are next week’s menus for Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels. The recommended cost is $5 per meal, if you are able to pay.
CSHS holding driver's ed sign-up
CONWAY SPRINGS – Summer Drivers Education sign up will begin on Monday, March 23, and close at the end of the day Friday, April 3. The cost to enroll is $130, which must be paid at the time of signing up.
Watch vs. Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Be Prepared! Severe thunderstorms are possible in and near the watch area. Stay informed and be ready to act if a severe thunderstorm warning is issued. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states.
Storm Safety
Tornado Safety STAY WEATHERREADY: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. AT YOUR HOUSE: If you are in a tornado warning area, go to your basement, safe room or an interior room away from windows.