Archive for Thursday, February 18, 2010

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Time to get crazy at Moon Marble
February 18, 2010
The tenth annual “Marble Crazy” event at Moon Marble Company will be Friday March 5, and Saturday, March 6.
Ribbon cutting ceremony to honor second opening of Freseros
February 18, 2010
A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for Freseros Mexican Restaurant, which moved last week to its new location at 224 Oak Street, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23.
Accidents snarl highways
Winter storm causes pileups on Interstate 70
February 18, 2010
As she stood on a hill past the bridge just west of Kansas Highway 7 and Interstate 70, watching a massive accident unfold, Lawrence resident Jessica Boehle couldn’t believe her eyes.
Jack-of-many-trades to be honored by Rotary Club
February 18, 2010
Pharmacist, magician, comedian, historian, coin collector, stamp collector … all are titles that have been held by Bonner Springs resident Roger Miller.
Kansas Entertainment gets green light for new casino
February 18, 2010
The final hurdle has been passed, and developers of the Hollywood casino overlooking Turn 2 at the Kansas Speedway in Wyandotte County are free to move forward with construction.
Don’t let fear impede progress, Little Rock Nine member says
February 18, 2010
Angry faces, with mouths “spewing the most racist invective you might imagine,” is just one of the memories Terrence Roberts has carried with him since his days at Little Rock, Ark., Central High School.
Hernandez sparks BSHS past Bears
February 18, 2010
A lot can happen that is right when a team values the basketball. Just ask the Bonner Springs Bravettes.
Braves take 3rd at KVL tourney
February 18, 2010
The Bonner Springs wrestling team had its best performance in recent memory at the Kaw Valley League Championships on Saturday at Basehor-Linwood High School.
Free concert to pair high school, city bands
February 18, 2010
Next week, the Bonner Springs City Band will experience two firsts.
Mayor schedules forum
February 18, 2010
The mayor’s series of monthly public forums will continue with the next one scheduled from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, in the Bonner Springs City Hall Council Chambers.
Boosters plan fundraiser
February 18, 2010
The Bonner Springs High School Booster Club is supporting BSHS athletics with its second annual Chris Cakes Pancake Supper and silent auction.
County Democrats to meet for monthly updates
February 18, 2010
The February Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast will be Saturday, Feb. 20, at Granny’s Chicken Ranch, 1340 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kan.
Letters: Speak up on deer
February 18, 2010
The Basehor City Council will be voting on an ordinance at its Feb. 22 meeting that would allow bow hunting on three acres in the city.
Fundraisers abound
February 18, 2010
It sometimes seems that February and March comprise “fundraising” season in our communities. Each year many local organizations conduct fundraising activities in the waning weeks of winter.
Kiwanis hear UG news
February 18, 2010
The Edwardsville Kiwanis Club heard the final in a series of programs about local government during its meeting last week at Sister’s Restaurant.
New business promises deals for bargain hunters
February 18, 2010
A new business coming to Bonner Springs, Sweet Repeats Consignment Boutique, plans to add its girly touch to the downtown shopping district.
Booster club fundraiser sees boost to auction
February 18, 2010
Organizers of the Bonner Springs High School Booster Club’s Second Annual Chris Cakes Pancake Supper and Silent Auction are getting excited about this weekend’s event — a feeling that is certainly helped along by the influx of items they have received for the silent auction this year.
On the agenda: Bonner Springs City Council
February 18, 2010
Agenda items for the City Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 22
County clerks’ group offering scholarships
February 18, 2010
The Kansas County Clerk’s and Election Officials Association are taking scholarship applications from those students who are majoring in journalism, political science or communications.
Spring sports opportunities offered by YMCA
February 18, 2010
The Providence and Bonner Springs Family YMCA are currently accepting registrations for the following youth sports programs: soccer, basketball, flag football, baseball and bitty soccer.
Parks and Rec soccer registration ends today
February 18, 2010
The Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for the youth soccer league for children ages 4-14.
Remember when
February 18, 2010
Area memories from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago
Vehicles up for auction
February 18, 2010
The City of Bonner Springs has vehicles set up for auction.
Special-needs swimmers make a splash with Bonner Springs
February 18, 2010
Winning was hard to come by this season for the Bonner Springs boys swimming team.