Opinion
May we never forget
“And I think all Nazis didn’t see themselves as bad people. I’ve never met a racist yet who thought he was a racist. Or an anti-Semite who thought they were anti-Semitic.” — Norman Jewison During the Christmas holidays, I was working on my computer at home and listening to the “History Channel” in the background when I heard the word “disability.” This sparked my interest in what was on the television. When I looked...
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Museum exhibit features ‘Congo Gloves’
At this time of year please remember and support the local organizations that contribute so much to our community. Contributions of any size will be gladly accepted by your favorite school, church, food bank, shelter, youth group, theatre troupe, library, museum... The boards and trustees of these non-profit organizations ensure funds are used efficiently to enhance their mission and services throughout the year. Additionally, there are tax ...
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Answers to ‘what is Main Street program’
A hundred years ago, downtown Chanute was bustling with activity and was even known as the entertainment destination of southeast Kansas. Through the years, the economic hub shifted. We are now on the road to renovating Chanute’s downtown area. Since 1994, when Chanute was designated as a Main Street City, more than $15 million dollars in public and private funds have been invested in Main Street beautification, refurbishing building facad...
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Many roads traveled on way back to Kansas
I am and will forever be a Kansas girl. Born and raised in Wichita, I think the state is beautiful and diverse, and the people are good-natured and genuine. However, most people who know me well are somewhat shocked I ended up moving back to Kansas after three years of living elsewhere. As the temperature drops I am reminded of how I ended up in Chanute just less than a year ago. This time last year I was living on the side of a mountain i...
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S.T.A.R.S. sponsors disability awareness activity
This November the S.T.A.R.S. (Students Thriving, Achieving and Recognizing Success) organization at Neosho County Community College held an activity to increase awareness and provide sensitivity training around those individuals with disabilities. It was provided through SKIL (Southeast Kansas Independent Living Center). Leigh Ann Spilman of SKIL presented information on the A.D.A. (American Disabilities Act) to the students and staff on t...
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Christmas past
Seems a long time ago my mother told me about one of her first Christmas celebrations. The Christmas was 1930 and she would have been six years old. As my mom recalled the events of this Christmas she told of buttoning her winter coat and tieing a scarf snuggly over her ears. It was a cold evening and the wind was howling out of the north on her family’s Phillips County farm. The rest of the family was already waiting in the Model-T Ford re...
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Things going great at NCCC, Ottawa
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! This week marks the end of the fall semester at NCCC and my first semester as President. It has been a great semester in many ways! We ended the fall 2010 semester up 6 percent in enrollment over fall 2009. That’s after an increase this summer of 14 percent above where we were summer of 2009. Spring enrollment looks good right now, too! We are up about 18 percent so far for spring 2011 over spring...
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Help economic growth efforts to continue
Rhonda Reed Guest columnist What is it they say, all good things must come to an end? Wrong! Referring, of course, to the last scheduled meeting with Patrick Hanlon, of PGAV and Chuck Banks, of Chuck Banks Associates, the two firms hired by the Chanute City commission to assist the community in developing a Strategic Plan for the Economic Growth and Development for Chanute. It may be the last public meeting for planning and brainstorming,...
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Recommendations for Vitamin D updated
Vitamin D is recommended for bone health; nutrition and health researchers are, however, also crediting it with strengthening the immune system, preventing autoimmunity (an abnormal response of the immune system in which the body attacks its own cells and tissues), regulating genes in prostate, colon and breast cancers, and delaying -- or preventing -- the onset of diabetes and reducing complications from the disease. Research on Vitamin D,...
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Woodring asks support for New Deal
Harry H. Woodring, one of Kansas’ most distinguished sons, came back to the scenes of former political campaigns of his own today to appeal for the support of the New Deal as advocated by his superior officer, the President of the United States according to the Chanute Tribune of November 5, 1924. As assistant secretary of war, Mr. Woodring sits within the council chambers in Washington and is directly in contact with the President himself....
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Drive safely during holiday season
Neosho County Health Department Neosho County Health Department knows your family is important to you! We want you to have a safe and happy holiday, so here are a few tips on driving on snow and ice: • Decrease your speed and leave yourself room to stop. You should allow three times more space than usual between you and the care in front of you. • Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake. • Turn...
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Chamber grateful for all its parts
Here we are in December already with the year having flown by. As you’ve heard me say many times before, the Chamber would not exist without its members who provide not only financial support but the input and time to make the Chamber a viable organization. We understand that Chamber membership is a choice and, especially in these difficult economic times, the decision to be a Chamber member is very much appreciated. This year, the Chamber...
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How to choose a financial advisor
Chad A. Boaz, CRPC¬Æ Financial Advisor with the practice of Bruce A. Mullen, CFP¬Æ A financial advisor can offer valuable strategies and guidance to help you grow your savings and meet your financial goals and dreams. It’s important to select a qualified individual who is also a good match — personally and professionally. Here are some tips for finding the right person to help you plan for your financial future. Ask for a preliminary mee...
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Library in Christmas spirit
This is my favorite time of the year – I just wish there was twice as much time to get everything done! The days are zipping by as we all try to decorate, entertain, shop, wrap, etc., etc., etc. So, take a deep breath, slow down for just a few moments, and see what the library has to offer in the way of relief. Once again this year the Children’s Department is full of holiday cheer with lots of programs planned for all ages. Christmas craft...
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The ins and outs about turkey
On the Thanksgiving Holiday, many families look forward to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey. When I was a little girl, our family did not have turkey for Thanksgiving. We usually had roast and it was, more often than not, a work day on the farm. My, how things have changed over the years. Our family enjoys the traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner with sweet potatoes, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cranberries, plus a few othe...
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First things in Chanute
Answers received today, March 5, 1923, to the “Who Knows” questions asked in the Tribune Saturday shows a difference of opinion among pioneers. Answering the query as to who has lived in Chanute the longest, City Commissioner J. J. Hurt and Mrs. N. F. Stevens both claim this diatinetion (sic), while L. E. Stump says it belongs to George Williams. Mrs. Stevens thinks the East Main street building formerly on the site of the theater, now nea...
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Chamber is for continuing to move community forward
As October ends and we finally get some true fall weather, I’d like to extend a very big thank you to all the volunteers from the Chamber and from Main Street Chanute who devoted so much time and energy to make the first annual Oktoberfest a success. Under the leadership of co-chairs Shannon Uhrmacher and Greg Woodyard, an enthusiastic group of volunteers made sure that nearly 1,000 people had a great time in our city. It was again a pleasur...
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Library gears up for holiday season
As we move into the holiday season, programs continue to take center stage at the library. Several programs will be ending before Thanksgiving, with holiday programs being finalized as I write. For those needing some early holiday spirit, we have lots of new Christmas fiction as well as craft, recipe and decorating books. Plus, remember that family time is especially important at this time of year and the library has books and movies which c...
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2011 tax changes at-a-glance
Chad A. Boaz CRPC¬Æ A host of tax provisions enacted in 2001 and 2003 -- commonly referred to collectively as the “Bush tax cuts” -- expire at the end of the year. While it’s possible that new legislation could extend some or all of these expiring tax provisions, election-year politics make it difficult to predict what action, if any, Congress will take. With that in mind, here’s what you need to know about the major changes that are sche...
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FCE lesson: Book explains de-clutter process
Presented by Neosho County Family, Community & Education Council (FCE) In cooperation with Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service. Last week we shared information on Getting Organized for Thanksgiving. This week, as part of the educational emphasis on the lesson “Cut the Clutter and Get Organized” we will be sharing ideas that will continue to help with the de-clutter process. Information from this book “For Packrats O...
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