Kiowa County-Greensburg (KS) Recovery

Kiowa County / Greensburg January 29 - February 4, 2012

2012-01-30T09:34:00.000-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, January 29, – Saturday, February 4, 2012

KIOWA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the Kiowa County Economic Development Corporation is scheduled for Jan. 30^th at 5 pm in the SunChips Incubator Building conference room. The public is invited to attend.

MULLINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Mullinville UMC will be having its annual Ground Hog Supper on Saturday, February 4th from 5- 7:30 pm. We will be serving Pancakes, fresh pork sausage, apple sauce and drinks. The cost of the dinner is a Free Will Offering. Everyone is invited to attend!

FRIENDS CHURCH CONCERT

Haviland Friends Church will be hosting a benefit concert on February 4^th at 7 p.m. to support the church’s missionary work.

Tim Rogers, Kiowa County Schools Director of Bands and his wife Heather will perform along with vocal teachers Kim Stewart, Amber Campbell and others. Donations will be accepted at the door. A reception will follow at Origins Coffee House. All are welcome to attend.

ANNUAL ENCHILADA SALE

It is that time of year again, so place your order for the St. Joseph Catholic Church Annual Enchilada Sale! Enchiladas are $13 a dozen. Place your order by Feb. 14 by calling Ellen Peters @ 620-255-3636 or Tracy

Little @ 620-474-2145. Enchiladas may be picked up on Feb. 18.

Proceeds will go to the Kiowa County High School and Bucklin High School After-Prom parties, Catholic Social Services in Dodge City and the Kiowa County Ministerial Alliance.

HEALTH CARE NEEDS ASSESSMENT MEETING

In order to gauge the overall health needs of Kiowa County, the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital and Kiowa County Health Department cordially invite you to participate in a Community Healthcare Needs Assessment Town Hall discussion group on Tuesday, February 21^st, 2012 from 9 am- 10:30 am at Kiowa County Memorial Hospital, 721 W. Kansas, Greensburg, Kansas. The meeting will be held in the Basement Conference Room.

This event is being held to identify & prioritize health needs of Kiowa County residents, in order to maintain regulatory compliance for both organizations.

We encourage your attendance, as your input is very valuable to our community. Light refreshments will be served. VVV Research & Development, Inc. from Olathe, KS will be facilitating our meeting that day.

We look forward to seeing you there.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· County Commission meetings are held on the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioner’s Meeting Room located on the lower level of the courthouse.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held on the 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Kiowa County Kansas Media Center Foundation board meetings are held on the 1^st Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Media Center, located in the Commons Building. Please contact Jan West at 723-3181 for more information.

· The Kiowa County Library board meets the first Monday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Commons Conference room or on the following Tuesday if the first Monday is a county holiday.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bethel Mennonite Church is located 3 miles south and 1 mile west of the highway 183/54 interchange. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. Morning worship starts at 11 a.m. Evening worship begins at 7 p.m. Contact Mark Dirks at 620-723-2941 for more information.

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Greensburg Mennonite Church is located at 310 West Pennsylvania. Sunday School begins at 9:30, ages nursery to senior adults. Worship begins at 10:30 a.m. Call Pastor Jeff Blackburn at 620-723-2620 for more information.

· Lighthouse Worship Center is located at 804 W. Wisconsin, Greensburg. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study begins at 7 p.m. LWC youth group on Sunday nights from 6:00 - 7:00 at the parsonage. Contact Pastor Christa Zapfe at 620-723-3028 for more information.

· Mullinville United Methodist Church is located at 220 N. Locust. Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m., Worship Service at 11 a.m. A Fellowship Meal is held every 2^nd Sunday. Youth Group is Sunday evening from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Call Pastor Scott rose for more information.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· St. Joseph Catholic Church is located at 820 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Services are held on the first and third weekends of the month at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday evening. On the 2^nd, 4^th, and 5^th weekends, Mass is at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Contact Ellen Peters, Parish Life Coordinator at 620-255-3636 with questions and concerns.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg Janary 22 - 28, 2012

2012-01-20T13:06:00.001-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, January 22, – Saturday, January 28, 2012

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Greensburg Community Blood Drive

Friday, January 27^th from 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Bethel Mennonite Church – 12125 25^th Ave.

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL BANQUET

The Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce annual banquet will be held Saturday, January 28th at 6pm, in the Kiowa County Community Building.

The special guest speaker is Mr. Troy Unruh, a life coach and motivational speaker. A pork loin dinner will be catered by Kook¹s Meat.

Tickets are on sale at the Chamber office or at Greensburg State Bank.

KIOWA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the Kiowa County Economic Development Corporation is scheduled for Jan. 30^th at 5 pm in the SunChips Incubator Building conference room. The public is invited to attend.

MULLINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FRIENDS CHURCH CONCERT

Haviland Friends Church will be hosting a benefit concert on February 4^th at 7 p.m. to support the church’s missionary work.

CHOCOLATE DREAMS

Benefiting CASA – Children Worth Saving, Inc.

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Dodge House Hotel & Convention Center

2408 West Wyatt Earp, Dodge City

Doors Open at 7 p.m., Live Auction at 7:30 p.m.

Hors d’ouevrs and a chocolate fountain served throughout the evening. Live entertainment provided by Michael Benish.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Ticket locations are Coldwater – Dave’s Pizza Oven, Ashland – D&B Pharmacy, Cimarron – Fowler State Bank, Meade – Fowler State Bank, Greensburg – Centera Bank, Dodge City – CASA Office, Dodge House

Sponsors: Roto-Mix, The Dodge House, McDonalds, Western Beverage, Western Plains Medical Complex, Wessel Iron & Supply, Inc. For more information call 620-225-1278

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held on the 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg January 15 - 21, 2012

2012-01-16T06:40:00.000-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, January 15, – Saturday, January 21, 2012

KIOWA COUNTY OFFICES

The Kiowa County offices will be closed on Monday, January 16^th in observation of Martin Luther King day. Offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 17^th. The Kiowa County Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday due to the holiday.

MULLINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL BANQUET

The Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce annual banquet will be held Saturday, January 28th at 6pm, in the Kiowa County Community Building.

The special guest speaker is Mr. Troy Unruh, a life coach and motivational speaker. A pork loin dinner will be catered by Kook¹s Meat.

Tickets go on sale beginning Jan. 9th at the Chamber office or at Greensburg State Bank.

KIOWA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the Kiowa County Economic Development Corporation is scheduled for Jan. 30^th at 5 pm in the SunChips Incubator Building conference room. The public is invited to attend.

CHOCOLATE DREAMS

Benefiting CASA – Children Worth Saving, Inc.

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Dodge House Hotel & Convention Center

2408 West Wyatt Earp, Dodge City

Doors Open at 7 p.m., Live Auction at 7:30 p.m.

Hors d’ouevrs and a chocolate fountain served throughout the evening. Live entertainment provided by Michael Benish.

Sponsors: Roto-Mix, The Dodge House, McDonalds, Western Beverage, Western Plains Medical Complex, Wessel Iron & Supply, Inc. For more information call 620-225-1278

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg January 8 - 14, 2012

2012-01-06T14:56:00.001-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, January 8, – Saturday, January 14, 2012

KIOWA COUNTY CHAMBER ANNUAL BANQUET

The Kiowa County Chamber of Commerce annual banquet will be held Saturday, January 28th at 6pm, in the Kiowa County Community Building.

The special guest speaker is Mr. Troy Unruh, a life coach and motivational speaker. A pork loin dinner will be catered by Kook¹s Meat.

Tickets go on sale beginning Jan. 9th at the Chamber office or at Greensburg State Bank.

KIOWA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the Kiowa County Economic Development Corporation is scheduled for Jan. 30^th at 5 pm in the SunChips Incubator Building conference room. The public is invited to attend.

BENEFIT CONCERT FOR WEST FAMILY

A benefit concert will be held on Saturday, January 14^th from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Kiowa County Community Building for the Cory West family.

Retroactive will provide live music!

Cash donations are still being accepted at Centera and People’s Bank in Greensburg.

GREENSBURG, KANSAS AWARDED 2011 SUSTAINABILITY AWARD IN SPECIAL CEREMONY

Greensburg receives an award for dedication toward long-term economic and environmental sustainability

Siemens Industry, Inc., today will award Mayor Dixson and the City Council with the 2011 Siemens Sustainable Community Award in a special ceremony at City Hall at 5:00 p.m.

Created in 2008 by the U.S. Chamber Business Civic Leadership Center and Siemens Corporation, the Sustainable Community Awards are given to U.S. communities that are taking proactive steps to improve quality of life, be a steward of the environment and increase the ability to sustain a successful community for generations to come. Greensburg was one of three cities recognized in 2011, receiving an award in the “small community” category for the city’s aggressive and progressive sustainability and rebuilding plan.

The award was first announced in April at the 2011 National Conference on Corporate Community Investment in Philadelphia.

LASER ALLERGY RELIEF CENTERS EXPANDS TO GREENSBURG.

Greensburg’s Commerford Chiropractic, Dr. Commerford and his staff are dedicated to the alleviation of allergies and their symptoms, and have recently opened a Laser Allergy Relief Center in Greensburg.

Each of the Laser Allergy Relief Centers uses a medical breakthrough to alleviate the debilitating symptoms caused by food, seasonal, environmental, skin, pollen, and other allergies. There are no scratch tests, no needles, and no discomfort for the patient.

Laser Allergy Relief Therapy is being utilized nationwide with an amazing success rate. Dr. Commerford owns and operates the Greensburg Laser Allergy Relief Center, located at 106 N. Sycamore, Suite B.

For more information on Laser Allergy Relief Therapy, or to schedule a consultation with the doctors at no cost, call 620-518-1568. To see and hear patient testimonials, log on to www.lzr7.com

CHOCOLATE DREAMS

Benefiting CASA – Children Worth Saving, Inc.

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Dodge House Hotel & Convention Center

2408 West Wyatt Earp, Dodge City

Doors Open at 7 p.m., Live Auction at 7:30 p.m.

Hors d’ouevrs and a chocolate fountain served throughout the evening. Live entertainment provided by Michael Benish.

Sponsors: Roto-Mix, The Dodge House, McDonalds, Western Beverage, Western Plains Medical Complex, Wessel Iron & Supply, Inc. For more information call 620-225-1278

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Kiowa County Kansas Media Center Foundation board meetings are held on the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Building. Please contact Jan West at 723-3181 for more information.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg Decmeber 18 - 24, 2011

2011-12-16T07:23:00.000-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, December 18, – Saturday, December 24, 2011

PEOPLES BANK OPEN HOUSE

The People Bank, 102 S. Oak St., Greensburg, will be hosting a Christmas Open House on Monday, December 19^th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to come by and enjoy some refreshments with us.

GREENSBURG STATE BANK

A Holiday Open House is scheduled at Greensburg State Bank for Tuesday, December 20^th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to stop in and enjoy refreshments with the bank staff.

WORLD’S LARGEST STOCKING DRAWING

Stop by Centera Bank, 135 S. Main St., Greensburg, to register for the World’s Largest Christmas Stocking. Drawing will be held on December 21st. Must be 10 years of age or under to register. Need not be present to win.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE

Peace Lutheran Church will be having a Christmas Eve Service at 5 p.m. in Greensburg. Everyone is invited!

NEW YEARS EVE SERVICE

Peace Lutheran Church, Greensburg, will be having a New Year’s Eve Service at 5 p.m. on December 31^st. Everyone is invited to attend!

KIOWA COUNTY OFFICES CLOSED

The offices of Kiowa County will be closed on Monday, December 26^th in observance of the Christmas Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, December 27^th.

KIOWA COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE CLOSED

The Kiowa County Extension Office will be closed December 26^th – January 2^nd. They will re-open for business on January 3^rd at 9 a.m. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2012.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg Update Decmeber 11 - 17, 2011

2011-12-09T12:45:00.000-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, December 11, – Saturday, December 17, 2011

FAMILY BAND TO PERFORM

The Prowell Family Band will be performing at the Carriage House on Tuesday, December 13^th from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The Band will play a mix of bluegrass, gospel and country music. There is no charge and everyone is welcome to attend!

ANGEL TREE ANGELS

The Kiowa County Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring this year’s Adopt an Angel. Angel’s are available at the local banks. Bring your unwrapped gift the any area bank or the Greensburg United Methodist Church on or before December 14^th. Brighten a child’s life by adopting an angel or two. For more information, contact Mary Mayhew at 620-723-3338.

HAVILAND STATE BANK OPEN HOUSE

The Haviland State Bank, 209 N. Main, Haviland, will host a Holiday Open House on Wednesday, December 14^th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend!

CENTERA BANK OPEN HOUSE

Centera Bank, 135 S. Main, Greensburg, invites you to an Open House on Friday, December 16^th from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please join us for drinks and refreshments!

PEOPLES BANK OPEN HOUSE

WORLD’S LARGETS STOCKING DRAWING

Stop by Centera Bank, 135 S. Main St., Greensburg, to register for the World’s Largest Christmas Stocking. Drawing will be held on December 21st.

Must be 10 years of age or under to register. Need not be present to win.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg Update Decmeber 4 - 10, 2011

2011-12-02T15:19:00.001-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, December 4, – Saturday, December , 2011

Holiday Home Tours 2011

This year's Holiday Home Tours will be:

Debby and Farrell Allison 214 S. Cherry Dr.

Mary Sweet 603 S. Spruce

Jill and Scott Eller 200 S. Grove

Erica and Gary Goodman 148 S. Main

Tickets are $7 and can be purchased from any Theatre Board Member or at the door. Proceeds to benefit the Twilight Theatre project. For more information, call 620-723-1112.

CHRISTMAS ON MAIN STREET 2011

On Sunday, December 4^th Greensburg will celebrate it’s Annual Christmas on Main Street. Events Include:

· Home for the Holidays Craft & Vendor Fair: 12 – 5:30 p.m. at the Greensburg Rec. Center

· Holiday Home Tours 2 – 6 p.m.

· Rotary Christmas Parade: 6 p.m., down Main Street

· FCA Annual Soup Supper at Kiowa County Schools Cafeteria, Free Will Donation, After the Parade

· Caroling by Alliance

· Santa Photos

· Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Media Center Television Studio 2 – 5 p.m.

· Kiowa County Historical Museum and Soda Fountain will be open 2 – 5 p.m. Free admission to the museum, drawings for gift certificates, the Soda Fountain will be offering a special sundae to celebrate the holidays.

· Main Street Businesses having specials Saturday and/or Sunday

o Real Deals: Saturday only 20% off storewide

o Big Well Gift Shop: Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5, in store specials

o Where’d Ya Find That: Sunday 12 – 6, 30% off storewide

o Turquoise Ranch: Saturday 10 -5, Sunday 12 – 5, win a gift certificate!

o Main Street Flowers: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12 – 6, storewide sale, win a poinsettia

o Studio 54: Sunday 1-4, in store specials and refreshments

o LaTerra Naturals: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-4, in store specials

o Mackie Shae Boutique: Sunday 12-6, In store specials

o GreenTown Visitors Center: Sunday 1-4 eco-friendly Christmas ideas & refreshments

o Shattuck Law: Sunday 3-5, open house

o Starla’s Stich & Frame: Sunday 12-6, in store specials

o Fleener Furniture: Sunday 1-5, in store specials, win coupons

SANTA & MRS. CLAUS AT THE MEDIA CENTER

The Media Center is hosting Santa and Mrs. Claus for the Holiday Open House on Dec. 4. This coincides with the Holiday Open House and Parade activities on Sunday.

We will offer parents a snaphot video with Santa with an intro and final slide that say "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays." If we post it on YouTube or on Facebook, it will be $5. If we burn a DVD, it will be $8.

SENIOR CENTER PUBLIC MEETING

The Kiowa County Council on Aging is holding a special public meeting on Wednesday, December 7 at 1 pm at the Methodist Church in Greensburg (600 W. Lincoln) to seek public input for the landscaping design and outdoor amenities at the new Kiowa County Senior Center. A representative from K-State Research and Extension will be on hand to facilitate. All Kiowa County residents are invited to attend.

Please let us know ahead of time (723-2288) if you’d also like to join us for lunch (lasagna) at noon.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The United Methodist ladies are going to host a Community Christmas Concert featuring the Faith Ringers Bell choir.

Mark your calendar for December 7, 2011 at 7 pm. Bring a friend or neighbor and start your Christmas season with some special music.

MEDICARE PART D ENROLLMENT
The Annual Enrollment Period for Part D medicine insurance is OCTOBER 15 – DECEMBER 7. This is earlier than previous years. All Medicare beneficiaries who wish to enroll, review, or change their plans can do so during this time. Please contact the S.H.I.C.K. representative for Kiowa County—Carolyn Irvin will be available beginning Oct. 17th
Monday through Thursday after 3p at the hospital; Fridays at Haviland to November 4th which she will not be available and the next two Fridays will be in Greensburg. The Clinics will be closed on Nov. 25th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Contact Carolyn in Greensburg at 620-723-4219; in Haviland at 620-862-5431 on Fridays; by cell at 620-388-1615; or email at cirvin@kcmh.net.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.

Kiowa County / Greensburg Update November 27 - Decmeber 3, 2011

2011-11-28T15:06:00.000-08:00

KIOWA COUNTY

Public Information Update

Sunday, November 27, – Saturday, December 3, 2011

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL

Barclay College will present a Christmas Musical at Hockett Auditorium, Haviland on Saturday, December 3^rd at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 4^th at 3 and 7 p.m.

Outstanding music, live animals and more! Bring the whole family and make this a Christmas tradition!

For more information, contact Ryan Haase at 620-862-5252 ext. 41.

ONE ACT PLAY

The Kiowa County High School Drama & Forensics is proud to present “Cricket County Academy” a one-act play by Eddie McPherson on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mullinville Auditorium.

Special guest performance by the Iron Mountain String Band!

Tickets are $3 and must be purchased prior to December 1^st. Contact a drama student for more information!

SENIOR CENTER PUBLIC MEETING

Please let us know ahead of time (723-2288) if you’d also like to join us for lunch (lasagna) at noon.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The United Methodist ladies are going to host a Community Christmas Concert featuring the Faith Ringers Bell choir.

Mark your calendar for December 7, 2011 at 7 pm. Bring a friend or neighbor and start your Christmas season with some special music.

Holiday Home Tours 2011

This year's Holiday Home Tours will be:

Debby and Farrell Allison 214 S. Cherry Dr.

Mary Sweet 603 S. Spruce

Jill and Scott Eller 200 S. Grove

Erica and Gary Goodman 148 S. Main

Tickets are $7 and can be purchased from any Theatre Board Member or at the door. Proceeds to benefit the Twilight Theatre project. For more information, call 620-723-1112.

CHRISTMAS ON MAIN STREET 2011

On Sunday, December 4^th Greensburg will celebrate it’s Annual Christmas on Main Street. Events Include:

· Home for the Holidays Craft & Vendor Fair: 12 – 5:30 p.m. at the Greensburg Rec. Center

· Holiday Home Tours 2 – 6 p.m.

· Rotary Christmas Parade: 6 p.m., down Main Street

· FCA Annual Soup Supper at Kiowa County Schools Cafeteria, Free Will Donation, After the Parade

· Caroling by Alliance

· Santa Photos

· Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Media Center Television Studio 2 – 5 p.m.

· Main Street Businesses having specials Saturday and/or Sunday

o Real Deals: Saturday only 20% off storewide

o Big Well Gift Shop: Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5, in store specials

o Where’d Ya Find That: Sunday 12 – 6, 30% off storewide

o Turquoise Ranch: Saturday 10 -5, Sunday 12 – 5, win a gift certificate!

o Main Street Flowers: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12 – 6, storewide sale, win a poinsettia

o Studio 54: Sunday 1-4, in store specials and refreshments

o LaTerra Naturals: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-4, in store specials

o Mackie Shae Boutique: Sunday 12-6, In store specials

o GreenTown Visitors Center: Sunday 1-4 eco-friendly Christmas ideas & refreshments

o Shattuck Law: Sunday 3-5, open house

o Starla’s Stich & Frame: Sunday 12-6, in store specials

o Fleener Furniture: Sunday 1-5, in store specials, win coupons

SANTA & MRS. CLAUS AT THE MEDIA CENTER

The Media Center is hosting Santa and Mrs. Claus for the Holiday Open House on Dec. 4. This coincides with the Holiday Open House and Parade activities on Sunday.

Contact Carolyn in Greensburg at 620-723-4219; in Haviland at 620-862-5431 on Fridays; by cell at 620-388-1615; or email at cirvin@kcmh.net.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT

· All Office’s Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· County website: kiowacountyks.org Check out the website for the latest information including County Commission meeting minutes.

· County Offices are located on the square, 211 E. Florida Ave., Greensburg.

· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill charges $5.00 per cubic yard for C/D and $20.00 per cubic yard for concrete.

· Recycle Center hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 1^st and 3^rd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HAVILAND CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-862-5317. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held the first Monday of the month. At 7 p.m. in the community room.

MULLINVILLE CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 7 to 8 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

· City Hall phone number is 620-548-2539. Please call if you have questions.

· City Council meetings are held third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in City hall.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT

· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.

· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751.

· City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.

· City Council meetings are held the 1^st and 3^rd Mondays of the month. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at City Hall.

· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held on Wednesdays on a fluctuating schedule at 6:30 p.m. Check with Christy at 620-723-4109 for the next date.

· Greensburg Trash Routes are running for the entire city on Wednesdays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.

· Greensburg Recycle Routes are running for East/West streets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month and for North/South streets on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month.

· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

· The Kiowa County Council on Aging meets the second Tuesday of each month at 3 pm in the Komotara Apartment conference room (810 S. Spruce) in Greensburg.

· The Kiowa County Historical Society meetings are held the 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Kiowa County Commons Conference Room.

· The Iroquois Center for Human Development board meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in their office (610 E. Grant). Please call 723-2272 for more information.

CHURCH SERVICES

· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr, Greensburg. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

· Faith Tabernacle is located at 611 W. Illinois St., Greensburg. Service begins at 10 a.m. Call Rev. Willard Olinger at 723-2745 for more details.

· First Baptist Church is located at 200 W. Kansas, Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Marvin George at 723-2747.

· First United Methodist Church is located at 600 W. Lincoln, Greensburg. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns.

· Greensburg Christian Church is located at 1210 S. Main St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call T.J. Lawson for more information at 620-770-6026.

· Peace Lutheran Church is located at 321 S. Walnut, Greensburg. Worship begins at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.

· Wellsford Community Church is located in Wellsford. Service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor Steve Patterson presiding.