6-28-2011
INFORMATION FROM THE PUBLIC….FOR THE PUBLIC!!
Deadline for submitting information for this weekly distribution is Monday at 5 PM!
NEW ITEMS for June:
DID YOU KNOW the sale and discharge of fireworks runs from June 27th thru July 4th in Clay Center? They can be shot between 9AM and 9PM on those days. Only on July 4th will the be allowed to be s hot from 8:AM to midnight. On July 5th, fireworks can be sold; however they can not be shot off on that day. Remember Bottle rockets and other skyrockets that are mounted on a stick or wire, are illegal. Also it is illegal to shoot fireworks on or under a vehicle, on ANY public roadway, any park or public place within the city, within 50 feet of a fireworks stand or where fireworks are stored, and gas station or any place where liquid gas including propane, is stored.
DID YOU KNOW United Bank & Trust is having their TENTH annual All-American Celebration and Community Appreciation Cook Out, “Go 4th with United Bank & Trust” on Thursday, June 30 from 11AM to 1PM They will serve hamburger, hot dogs, chips, ice cream, cookie and a drink.
DID YOU KNOW you can come go to Campbell Field on Friday, July 1 for the First Annual Clay Center Futures Games! The doubleheader will start at 6pm and will feature the 13U Clay Center Orioles (who played in the Wildcat League in Manhattan this year) versus the 14&15 Orioles (who are playing in the K-18 League this year). If you are a baseball fan or supporter, we encourage you to come by the ballpark for awhile and take a look at our young and upcoming talent!
DID YOU KNOW Twin Valley is now offering business and residential consumers up to $300 to make the switch to Twin Valley. In addition, through July, if you sign up for Twin Valley Wireless you can receive 6 months Free Unlimited Texting. If you have questions you can contact a customer service representative at 1.800.515.3311 Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM or come visit us at our Clay Center location at 618 6th St.
DID YOU KNOW Clay Center Chiropractic has massages available? Relax and Take a Breather, with certified massage therapist Shyanne Paillet. Choose from heated stone, deep tissue, Swedish, reflexology, infant massage or pre-natal. Shyanne is located at Clay Center Chiropractic, 627 Court St., Clay Center, KS 67432 Call 785-632-2211 for more information or to make an appointment.
DID YOU KNOW Summer reading program Wakefield Library for preschool through 3rd grade. Each story time will include books, crafts, games, snacks and a fun take home prize. Fridays from 1-2 PM , July 1, July 15, and July 29. There will also be project for older grade school kids and four free prize drawings for adults. Sigh up at Library or call 461-5510 LIBRARY HOURS: Monday & Wednesday 1-7 PM Friday & Saturday 10 AM TO 4:30 PM
DID YOU KNOW Wakefield has Recycle trailer open 8AM – 10 AM on Saturday’s Need volunteers call Vicki Key 210-5027 and Mom’s Hilltop Diner – Monday closed Tues, Wed, Thur 5 am –2 pm Friday 5 am to 9 pm Sat 8 am to 9 pm Sun 8 am to 2 pm
DID YOU that Project Lifesaver is now available in Clay County through the Sheriff's dept in cooperation with the Pilot Club? Anyone who has a family member with Alzheimer’s, autism, down's syndrome or other dementias which might cause them to wander and get lost, please call Jeanne Stitt, at 632-3574 for more information on this program.
DID YOU KNOW The Clay Center Farmers Market is back on Saturday’s from 8:00AM-11:00AM on the West Side of the Courthouse. The Market will be every Saturday from May 7th- October 29th. We will also have a Wednesday market from 5:00PM-7:00PM, starting in June and July, on the East side of Dexter Park. We are a producer only market, what this means is our vendors can only sell what they grow. Come out and get the freshest produce in Clay County! For more information, contact Jay Sleichter, 785-632-5711 or at claycenterfarmersmarket@yahoo.com.
WEEKLY EVENTS/MEETINGS
DID YOU KNOW the Chamber of Commerce has a weekly community coffee? They will meet on Wednesday mornings at 8:00AM.
DID YOU KNOW the Rex Theatre shows movies each week? Showing is “Bridesmaids ” Rated R Named her best friend's maid of honor, down-on-her-luck Annie's competition with a fellow bridesmaid, the wealthy and beautiful Helen, threatens to destroy the wedding. Meanwhile, a local cop takes a liking to Annie. Staring Kristen Wiig, and Maya Rudolph. Also showing is “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” Rated PG 13. The third installment in Michael Bay's trilogy travels back to 1969's historic moon landing, when Neil Armstrong and his Apollo 11 cohorts touch down in the Sea of Tranquility ... and discover what appears to be a downed Transformers craft. Flash forward to the present, and the Decepticons are ready to exact revenge on Optimus Prime and the rest of the Autobots. Shia LaBeouf returns as Sam Witwicky, the Autobots' human ally. Call 630-2160 or drive by the Theater to find out dates/times of showings !!!
DID YOU KNOW Rotary meets every Thursday at Noon? If you are interested in joining Rotary, contact any Rotarian.
DID YOU KNOW the Clay County Commission meets every Monday at 8:30AM?
DID YOU KNOW the Clay Center Lion’s Club meets every Tuesday at Noon
DID YOU KNOW Weight Watchers meets every Tuesday at the Evangelical Covenant Church 1330 15th Street? Weigh in is between 5:30 – 6:00PM, the meeting starts at 6:00 and goes to 6:30. For new members there will be a short Getting Started session after the meeting.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/UPCOMING EVENTS
DID YOU KNOW a fundraiser for Justin Jostlin who was injured in an accident in March? A fundraiser is being held at Kier’s Thriftway on Thursday, July 7th and Friday, July 8th from 11:00AM to 7:00PM and on Saturday, July 9th from 11:00AM to 2:00PM. We will be serving ham sandwiches for $1.50 each. The auction items will be displayed in the window of Ginger’s Uptown, 721 5th Street in Clay Center. There will also be an on-air auction on KCLY on Friday, July 8th beginning at 1:00PM. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Republican River Chapter #30307 is graciously providing $500 in matching funds for this fundraiser.
DID YOU KNOW the Clay County Museum is having a Photo Show on July 30th-August 8th? Monday thru Saturday they will be open 10AM-5PM, and Sunday open 1:00PM-5:00PM. Admission is $3.
DID YOU KNOW Wakefield will have VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 11-15th theme “Hometown Nazareth Where Jesus was a kid” Methodist Church 461-5599
DID YOU KNOW Clay County Medical Center's Stroke Support Group will meet on Tuesday, June 21. Survivors of stroke, family members and friends are welcomed to attend along with all interested persons. For more information call Brenda Bohnenblust at 785-632-2144.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HAS APPEARED IN PRIOR EDITIONS
DID YOU KNOW the KCLY Radio Mall can help save you money at many of your favorite businesses? Log onto www.kclyradio.com and click on the shopping bag icon that say “Radio Mall”. You can save money at local businesses, for both the practical needs and the splurges. At the KCLY Radio Mall you buy certificates at a discount. Purchase your cash certificates on line and they will be mailed directly to you whether its restaurants, auto parts, or a bouquet of flowers – the Radio Mall is simply saving you money!
DID YOU KNOW Clay County Crime Stoppers now has a website? You can check out Clay County Crime Stoppers website at www.claycountycs.org to find out the crime of the week or to post a tip. You can also call 800-222-8477 or text CLAYTIP plus your message to CRIMES (274637). You can make your tips anonymously and still be eligible for up to $1,000 if the case is solved.
DID YOU KNOW this is a weekly newsletter? Please share this newsletter with friends, family & co-workers (forward to your email groups) and if they would like to be added to the newsgroup list – they can email Robyn at clayksrobyn@eaglecom.net. If you would like to submit information for this newsletter, please send your requests to the same email address listed above or call 632-5974 by 5:00 PM on the Monday before you want the information sent out (newsletters go out every Tuesday). Let’s keep Clay County residents informed about what is happening in our communities, so they will THINK CLAY COUNTY FIRST!