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Commuter forecast for Feb. 26, 2009
February 26, 2009
We’ll have a decent commute this morning with a small chance of rain and temperatures around 50 degrees.
Focus is key for Braves’ Seaton
Calm and relaxed, BSHS sophomore having sensational season
February 26, 2009
Caleb Seaton paced slowly around the outside of the wrestling mat with a look of calmness not seen on the face of somebody who is about to wrestle for a Class 5A regional championship.
Seven Braves punch ticket to state meet
February 26, 2009
On a day when fellow Kaw Valley League wrestling juggernaut Lansing qualified an astonishing 14 wrestlers — one from every weight class — for state, Bonner Springs had a banner day, as well.
Chamber of Commerce to have candidate forum
February 26, 2009
The Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Chamber of Commerce will play host to two candidate forums for the USD 204, Bonner Springs City Council and mayor, and the Edwardsville City Council and mayor races.
State senators discuss hot topics in Kansas
February 26, 2009
Senator Kelly Kultala discusses Kansas issues.
Students earn KSU honors
February 26, 2009
Several area students were among the nearly 1,800 students earning semester honors from Kansas State University for their academic performance during the fall 2008 semester.
Chamber president speaks at Kiwanis Club meeting
February 26, 2009
Marcia Ashford, president of the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Chamber of Commerce, was the speaker at the regular meeting of the Edwardsville Kiwanis Club last week at Sister’s Restaurant.
School Board meeting rescheduled
February 26, 2009
The Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Board of Education meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the district office, 2200 S. 138th St.
5 Questions: Forever young
Owner sells, repairs, even builds Go Karts
February 26, 2009
Kart Mart owner Scott Holmes sits in one of the Go Karts he is repairing. Holmes said he has been interested in the sport since he was a kid and considers himself to be an expert in all things related to the building, repairing and, especially, riding of Go Karts. He has owned and operated Kart Mart, at 400 E. Front St., for almost 10 years.
On the record
February 26, 2009
Bonner Springs Police and Fire calls.
Bravettes beat SFT, fall to MVHS
February 26, 2009
The Bonner Springs Bravettes upended Santa Fe Trail on Tuesday night, 45-37, continuing a surge up the Kaw Valley League basketball standings from ninth to sixth in recent weeks.
Neighbors: Jamie Istas
February 26, 2009
Jamie Istas is the owner of The Pink Zebra Boutique.
Leavenworth County senator emphasizes changes taking place at unemployment office
February 26, 2009
Senator Tom Holland discusses the Leavenworth County unemployment office.
MAYB basketball tournament offered
February 26, 2009
Mid-America Youth Basketball has announced numerous tournaments in the area.
Wine bar opens in downtown Bonner
February 26, 2009
Bryan Albers spent the early to mid part of the 1990s living in northern California and, during his time there, the Bonner Springs resident grew an affinity for wine.
City awards $2.5 million bid for fire, ambulance station
February 26, 2009
Bonner Springs’ new Fire and Emergency Services construction project is moving right along.
Moon marble becomes Kansas wonder
February 26, 2009
Tuesday was a day much like any other at Moon Marble Company, with customers perusing the aisles of marbles and toys and owner Bruce Breslow making colorful marbles for an enthusiastic audience.
Severe weather seminar offered
February 26, 2009
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kan., will play host to the 2009 Severe Weather Seminar at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, in the Performing Arts Auditorium on the Kansas City, Kan., Community College campus, 7250 State Avenue.
Bonner Springs native makes AD’s honor roll
February 26, 2009
Bonner Springs native and current Kansas University student Erin Gomer recently was named to the 2008 Athletics Director’s Honor Roll at KU. She was one of 392 honorees recognized during halftime of the KU-Iowa State men’s basketball game on Feb. 18 at Allen Fieldhouse.
Westport St. Patrick’s Day 4-Mile Run scheduled
February 26, 2009
The 31st annual Westport St. Patrick’s Day 4-Mile Run is now accepting registrations.
Candidate has eye on future development
February 26, 2009
John Broman says he wants to get the city of Edwardsville back on track, and he has some ideas to make that happen.
University of St. Mary’s announces dean’s list of area students
February 26, 2009
University of St. Mary’s dean’s list for the fall 2008 semester includes several area students.
Musical lyrics full of important history
February 26, 2009
One of the reasons I enjoy listening to music is because the writers of the lyrics echo what’s going on in the world at the time the song was written.
Candidates prepare for primary elections
February 26, 2009
Primary elections in Wyandotte County will be Tuesday, and residents of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville will have the opportunity to vote in two races.
Work begins on Edwardsville neighborhood revitalization
February 26, 2009
In a work session Monday, Edwardsville City Council members began the process of hashing out the details of a new Neighborhood Revitalization Act.
Salvation Army locations to distribute food items
February 26, 2009
The Salvation Army will be distributing food at the following dates and locations:
KCK Barbecue contest moves to Bonner locale
February 26, 2009
The Great American Barbecue Festival has announced that Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone in Bonner Springs will be its new location for Memorial Day weekend 2009.
Council member calls for slow, steady development
February 26, 2009
Council member Tom Stephens wants to see more growth in Bonner Springs, but not right away.
Ladders not for old men
February 26, 2009
If there is one household item that can get guys in trouble it is the simple ladder. As the years go on, wives begin to regard the ladder as a danger to their mature and possibly inept handyman-husbands.
Strength and Conditioning for BLMS students
February 26, 2009
Basehor-Linwood High School strength and conditioning coach Ross Schwisow will conduct a Middle School Strength and Conditioning Camp.
Remember When
February 26, 2009
A look back through the years.
Bonner High senior class nears end of required projects for graduation
February 26, 2009
The end is in sight as senior class members at Bonner Springs High School turned in the final products of their senior projects on Feb. 25.
Property owner voices concern regarding county tax appraisals
February 26, 2009
John Altevogt has never tried to keep quiet about his disapproval of what he describes as inflated property appraisals in Wyandotte County.
Braves’ big rally not enough in loss to Jaguars
February 26, 2009
For the longest time Friday night it seemed like the Mill Valley boys basketball team was going to run away with a victory over Bonner Springs.
Expert offers business advice during recession
February 26, 2009
Running a business is never easy, and it is even more difficult during an economic recession.
Program offers students weekend meals
February 26, 2009
Students in Bonner Springs are coming home from school Friday afternoons with more than just books and homework in their backpacks.
School board prepares list for budget cuts
Superintendent reassures district staff, faculty that jobs are not at risk in phase 1 of plan
February 26, 2009
At Monday night’s Basehor-Linwood School Board work session, board members sat down to discuss some possible areas for saving money during the next two school years.

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