Wyandotte County

Scouting still important
By Clausie Smith
February 8, 2012
Recently, I was asked if I thought the Boy Scouts of America remains a vital and viable organization for young men in the 21st century.
Five questions: Cards of love
12:51 p.m., February 7, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
As Valentine’s Day approaches on Tuesday, scores of people are sure to head to the greeting card racks. Below, the U.S. Greeting Card Association provides some facts and figures about Valentine’s cards.
BSHS Booster Club presents 4th annual fundraiser
February 6, 2012
The Bonner Springs High School Booster Club will have its fourth annual Chris Cakes pancake supper and silent auction starting at 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, at the high school cafeteria.
Revved up crowd helps open Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway
By Caroline Boyer
February 3, 2012
With the call of “Gentlemen, start your engines,” the ceremonial first craps shoot was thrown Friday, and the doors of the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway opened to the public.
Neighbors: Mike Everett
February 1, 2012
Mike Everett of Bonner Springs is this week’s Neighbor.
Edwardsville begins condemnation process on dilapidated, vacant home
By Staff Report
February 1, 2012
The city of Edwardsville is taking action to condemn an unsafe building for the first time in several years.
Class aims for healthy kids
February 1, 2012
A new class designed to introduce children to fun ways to eat healthy and be active will be offered this spring at Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Remember When for February 2, 2012
February 1, 2012
Events reported in The Chieftain this week 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
Evolution of shaving
By Clausie Smith
February 1, 2012
In the deep, dark past when I was a youth, there were three milestones which meant adulthood. Two including getting a driver’s license and registering for the draft. However, the earliest sign of approaching manhood was shaving.
State recognizes BSHS social studies teacher
By Caroline Boyer
February 1, 2012
Andrew Addington admits that rather than posters of rock bands or movies, his walls in college were adorned with portraits of John F. Kennedy and Harry Truman.
New grading system causes problems for high school faculty
By Caroline Boyer
February 1, 2012
Bonner Springs High School teachers and officials with USD 204 are meeting to determine how to address problems with the district’s grading software at the high school level.
Single mother says she feels blessed after receiving free car
By Caroline Boyer
February 1, 2012
Erin Wren-Mahan recently received a holiday gift beyond her greatest expectations.
Five questions: Tax season is here
January 31, 2012
Tuesday was the deadline for employers to make available federal W-2 forms to employees. Michael Devine, Internal Revenue Service spokesman with the agency’s St. Louis office, is encouraging all taxpayers to file returns electronically.
Remember When for Jan. 26, 2012
January 25, 2012
Events reported in The Chieftain for Bonner Springs and Basehor the fourth week of January 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
KCKCC tour heading to Europe
By Staff Report
January 25, 2012
Kansas City Kansas Community College Fall Tour Abroad will visit the Alpine Jewels of Europe Sept. 24 through Oct. 5.

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