Category: Education

Dickinson County CEO Program Brings Real World Learning to Area High School Students
By: Ryan Duey Since 2020, Dickinson County schools and local business partners have been collaborating to give area students a unique opportunity with a year-long

Clay Center Community High School’s Winter Vocal Concert to Feature Love Songs & Sweet Treats on February 20th
By: Ryan Duey The Clay Center Community High School’s Vocal Music Department will hold its annual February Winter Concert on Thursday, February 20th, at 7:00

Items Discussed During USD 379’s Regular Monthly Meeting on February 10th
Topics discussed during USD 379’s monthly Board Meeting on February 10th included: Grants, USD 334 Consolidation, School Improvement Day, Curriculum, Legislation, and more. Wakefield would

Local Organization Empowers Community Through Canine Assistance
A family-owned business in Concordia, KS is making a lasting impact on rural communities, training service dogs for people with disabilities. At CARES (Canine Assistance

Program Series “Caregiving for Alzheimer’s and Dementia” Offers Education and Resources
Monica Thayer, Family Resource Management Agent To support caregivers and families navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia, River Valley Extension District is providing a

Plans Underway for American Honey Institute in Manhattan
Valor Honey, a veteran-owned business in Manhattan, has partnered with Kansas State University and the American Honey Producers Association to create the American Honey Institute.

Clay Center Community High School Gymnasium to Feature New LED Video Board
By: Ryan Duey The Clay Center Community High School Gymnasium is getting an upgrade very soon. In last month’s USD 379 School Board Meeting Board

New Program “Check Your Credit” Empowers Consumers to Take Control of Their Financial Health
Monica Thayer, RVED Family Resource Management Agent To promote financial literacy and empower consumers, River Valley Extension District Agent Monica Thayer is launching a new

River Valley Extension District to Host “Make Active Habits Stick” Program in Concordia and Belleville
By: Ryan Duey The River Valley Extension District will hold two programs titled “Make Active Habits Stick” in Concordia and Belleville on Tuesday, February 18th.

Free Hunter Safety Course to be Held in Milford
A free Hunter Safety Course will be offered to patrons aged 11 and up on Saturday, February 22nd, and Sunday, February 23rd, at the Milford