Archive for Thursday, September 25, 2008

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12:00 a.m.
Runners take off for the boys varsity race Saturday at the Bonner Springs Invitational at Wyandotte County Park. Steel, fuel prices hit new library costs
By Jesse Truesdale
September 22, 2008
Besides books and a catalog, there’s at least one essential, non-human feature for a library.
12:00 a.m.
Quilters show off works
By Nicole Kelley
October 7, 2008
To say Annie Cadet is passionate about her hobby somehow falls short of the mark.

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Basehor Historical Society Museum to open next weekend
September 25, 2008
The Basehor Historical Society Museum will finally opens it’s doors to the public next Saturday morning.
Fifteen people apply to fill judicial vacancies
Staff Reports
September 25, 2008
Fifteen people, including one from Tonganoxie and another from Basehor, have applied for two open judgeships in the 1st Judicial District.
Former BSHS coach, teacher leaves long legacy after death
By Jesse Truesdale
September 25, 2008
Bonner Springs lost one of its biggest boosters this week.
Official enrollment numbers show decrease
By Jesse Truesdale
September 25, 2008
The Bonner Springs-Edwardsville School District is feeling the effects of uncertain economic times and a shaky housing market.
Library shelving puts strain on budget
September 25, 2008
Besides books, there’s at least one essential non-human feature for a library: a means of storing and displaying books.
Kerry Roberts Basketball League deadline extended
Staff Reports
September 25, 2008
Registration is now open for the new season of Kerry Roberts Basketball. The league is open to boys and girls in third through sixth grade. Sign-ups can be done individually or as part of a pre-formed team.
Loss to Lansing a bummer for Bonner
By Nick Bates
September 25, 2008
Bonner Springs played its second game in five days Friday night and fell in heartbreaking fashion to Lansing, 19-13.
Difficult stretch challenges BSHS
By Nick Bates
September 25, 2008
The Bonner Springs boys soccer team traveled to Lansing on Monday night and lost 3-2 in overtime. The loss dropped the Braves’ record to 4-3-1 on the season and gave them their first setback in Kaw Valley League play.
Lady ‘Cats cruise past Bravettes for Senior Night victory
Nick Bratkovic
September 25, 2008
Members of the Basehor-Linwood volleyball team celebrated Senior Night with a three-game sweep over Bonner Springs on Tuesday.
Niece’s spouse enriches entire family
By Rae Sedgwick
September 25, 2008
“Bo Smith has altered the cinema landscape in Boston”, writes Ty Burner in the Sept. 19 Boston Globe. He is leaving Boston to become executive director of the Denver Film Society.
History shows fashion is fleeting
By Clausie Smith
September 25, 2008
Recently, we attended a 100th birthday party for my wife’s aunt in central Kansas. She is a truly amazing woman who has led a long and fascinating life.
Remember when
September 25, 2008
A look back at this week in history in Bonner Springs, Basehor and Edwardsville.
Love of music gives a lifetime of pleasure
By Sandra Thomas
September 25, 2008
I doggedly took piano lessons at my mother’s insistence every summer, but alas, I remained at best a pedestrian plunker. My music teachers always placed me in the loudest group in choirs to drown out my toneless howlings.
Kiwanis discusses county budget
September 25, 2008
Tom Cooley, 7th District Unified Government commissioner, was the featured speaker at the regular meeting of the Edwardsville Kiwanis Club last week at Sister’s Restaurant.
AutumnFest successful with return of parade
By Nicole Kelley
September 25, 2008
From most accounts, Saturday’s Edwardsville AutumnFest was a success, with the return of the morning parade kicking off the day enthusiastically.
Consultant presents ideas for Edwardsville City Park
By Nicole Kelley
September 25, 2008
Changes may be coming to Edwardsville City Park.
Hilton has Braves digging into history
By Jim Finley
September 25, 2008
Bonner Springs High School athletics director John Hilton is making an effort to acknowledge all of the high school state champions and their athletes.
Mission center open for community
September 25, 2008
The Lulabelle Mission Center at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church will be open every Wednesday and Thursday.
Hard Rock in KCK is choice for casino
By Jesse Truesdale
September 25, 2008
The latest jewel in the Wyandotte County’s crown is scheduled to open in 2011.
Ballou leads Braves at home meet
By Nick Bates
September 25, 2008
After years of playing host to its home cross country meet midweek, Bonner Springs High School coach Bill Downing decided to move the Bonner Springs Invitational to the weekend 2008.