7-26-2011
INFORMATION FROM THE PUBLIC….FOR THE PUBLIC!!
Deadline for submitting information for this weekly distribution is Monday at 5 PM!
NEW ITEMS for July:
DID YOU KNOW Clay County Economic Development Group, has a new Director? Lori Huber is our new Director. Stop in to welcome her to our community.
DID YOU KNOW Incentives are available to qualified businesses based on the location of the facility, type of facility (manufacturing or non-manufacturing), capital investment made, and number of jobs created. Some of these incentives expire December 31st, 2011. If you are planning to expand your facility or purchase equipment that will create new jobs call the Clay County Economic Development office at 632-5974.
DID YOU KNOW there is a 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. This is held Friday from 1:00PM-2:00PM , 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 PINSETTERS BOWLING CENTER is now forming leagues for the upcoming season? We have openings on men's, women's and mixed leagues. Put together a team and come join us, or let us find a team for you. All ages and skill level welcome. Most leagues are starting the first week after Labor Day. Call Teia at (785) 630-0708 or Emily at (785) 447-1785 for questions or to join a league.
DID YOU KNOW the Clay Center Christian Church is having Vacation Bible School? VBS will begin Wednesday, July 27 – Friday, July 29th from 6:00PM – 8:30PM for Preschool-6th Grade students. (Sign-up by the grade the child will be going into) Closing program will be Sunday at 10:00AM July 31st at the church followed by a free Pool Party and family picnic at Huntress Park. For more information or to pre-register, call the church office at 632-2140.
DID YOU KNOW There was extensive damage from the flood water that ravished many homes in Clay County on June 1st and 2nd. Some help has been available to families through the Salvation Army, and the Lighthouse for Christ, but not enough to help many of the families who were affected. The damage varied from some who lost a few things and endured the cleanup process to those who lost all their possessions, had water up to the floor joists, and had basement walls cave in. We were approached by several people in the community to do a fundraiser for one individual who lost all she had in the raging flood waters, but felt that we couldn’t do that for one family when so many in our community suffered loss. In saying that, after many prayers and discussions with several pastors, civic groups, and other concerned citizens, it was decided to do a county-wide fundraiser to try to help all who were affected by this disaster.
A fundraiser is being held at Ray’s Apple Market on Thursday, August 4th & Friday, August 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We will be serving pulled pork sandwiches for $2 each. On Friday, August 5th beginning at 1:00 p.m., we will hold an on-air auction on KCLY 100.9 FM. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Cares in Regions Chapter is graciously donating $2,000 to help the flood damage families. In addition, $50 will be donated to this cause for each vehicle taken for a test drive at Hanson Ford from Monday, August 1st through Saturday, August 6th. $100 will be donated for each vehicle purchased at Hanson Ford during this time, as well. The money raised from this event will be given to the Lighthouse for Christ to hand out to those who had damage from the June flood waters. This money will be earmarked for flood damage families, and will be used locally to help those in need. An emphasis will be made to help those who lost furnaces, hot water heaters, and had basement walls collapse. There are no administrative costs associated with the money collected; all money will stay in our community to help families in our area. In order to receive help, a family member will visit with a pastor in our community who will make a recommendation to the Lighthouse for Christ Board, an application will be filled out, and the money will be distributed accordingly. Anyone wishing to make a donation to this fundraiser can do so by sending it to: Lighthouse for Christ, P. O. Box 231, Clay Center, Ks 67432-0231 and writing “flood damage” on the memo line or sending it to: Lighthouse for Christ, %Linda Underwood, 1729 Hackberry Road, Clay Center, Ks 67432-7824. Anyone wishing to help with this fundraiser or donate an item to the auction is encouraged to call Linda Underwood at 785-632-0369 (cell) or 785-632-6233 (home) after 6:00 p.m. Please give this fundraiser your prayerful consideration as many families in our community were affected by this storm. Thanking you in advance for your participation in this event, and looking forward to seeing you there.
DID YOU KNOW The Clay County Resource Council is sponsoring a “Back to School Fair” on August 6th from 9:00AM-11:00AM? This will be in the Common’s Area of the High School. Community informational booths, school required immunizations and fun activities will also be available the day of the fair. Families that qualify for free or reduced school lunch can get free school supplies and a backpack. Please pick up applications at the following locations: Pawnee Mental Health, Head Start, Early Head Start, or Clay County Health Det. Application deadline is July 26th.
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 Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:00PM is “Cars 2” Rated G. Owen Wilson once again voices speedy race car Lightning McQueen in this peppy sequel to the animated hit Cars. When he heads off to compete in the first-ever World Grand Prix, Lightning also rolls straight into a case of international intrigue. Showing Friday,Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM is “Captain America” rated PG 13. Marvel launches another super franchise with this action-packed origin story, which follows Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) as he volunteers for a secret experiment during World War II. Transformed into a superhero named Captain America, Steve goes after the Axis. With his perfect physique and heightened reflexes -- and his sidekick, Bucky (Sebastian Stan) -- Steve battles the Red Skull (Hugo Weaving), a super soldier created by Italian fascists. Showing Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30PM Is “The Smurfs” Rated PG. When wicked sorcerer Gargamel tries to capture them to use as talismans for his own evil magic, the peaceful blue Smurfs flee their woodland home, pass through a magic portal and find themselves stranded in New York City. Now, Papa Smurf, Smurfette and their clan turn to a young couple (Neil Patrick Harris and Jayma Mays) for help getting back home. Raja Gosnell directs an all-star cast that includes the voices of Jonathan Winters and Katy Perry. Tickets are $5.
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 the Clay County Museum is having a Photo Show on July 30th-August 7th? Monday thru Saturday they will be open 10AM-5PM, and Sunday open 1:00PM-5:00PM,Tuesday & Thursday open til 9:00PM. Admission is $5.
DID YOU KNOW You can celebrate Morganville’s 125th Anniversary & Party in the Ville coming up in September? There will be a lot going on and more information will be posted as we get closer. If you want to play in the softball tournament, contact Trudy at 785-447-0997, for Car, Truck & Tractor display, contact Dave at 785-926-4055, and for Vendor Booths contact Mary at 785-926-3812.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HAS APPEARED IN PREVIOUS EDITIONS
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 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 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 Clay County Economic Development Group has a Face book page? “Befriend” us at http://www.facebook.com/mobileprotection#!/profile.php?id=100002211383145 Let us know what you have going on so we can post it on the page as well as put it in this weekly news letter!!
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!