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Heat Competes In Summer Ball Showdown Championship

The Wellington Heat finished their season with a 5-2 record in the Summer Ball Showdown last weekend in Goddard. The event aimed to crown a National Champion for the largest adult, non-professional, premier summer baseball tournament in the nation, hosting 24 teams from five different states.

Get Roped In!

We were fortunate to have Jackie Glasgow come to the Brother Beehive Classroom and teach “The Confetti Trivet” class. This was an easy project with so much creative potential! The key is to start with a tight coil as you master the technique of wrapping the fabric strips around the rope.

Then & Now

If you think American presidential politics is unusual today, look back 50 years to August 8, 1974. On that day, President Richard Milhous Nixon resigned, just prior to what seemed an almost certain impeachment proceeding against him.

What’s this?

This looks just like a car tire right? But, the middle piece is glass for an ashtray. This vintage ashtray was made by the Firestone Tire Company This Firestone tire ashtray is a unique and nostalgic item from the mid-20th century reflecting both the automotive culture of the time and the innovative spirit of one of America’s oldest tire manufacturers. Its history intertwines with the evolution of the automobile, marketing practices, and the leisure activities of the post-war era.

Aleena Rinehart

Aleena Rinehart is a sophomore at Wellington High School and in her first year as a lifeguard at the Wellington Family Aquatic Center. She decided to become a lifeguard because she wanted to have the opportunity to help out the community and make people feel safe. Her favorite part is “swim lessons with the little kids, they are always being silly and it makes me happy.” What has she learned from the experience? “It has taught me to be resilient with the long days outside in the heat. Also responsibility, making sure kids stay safe while also having fun.”

Sullivan Parkey

Sullivan Parkey, is a senior at Wellington High School and in her first year as a lifeguard at the Wellington Family Aquatic Center. She decided to become a lifeguard because her sister “bribed” her. Her favorite part is “watching people make fun memories”. What has she learned from the experience? “Working at the WFAC has taught me how to be more responsible.”

Pet of the Week

Our Kitty Pryde might not be able to phase through objects like the Marvel character, but she will make an impression on your heart! This pretty girl was rescued from the street life so that she could enjoy the love and comforts of a furever home. Don’t miss out on this beautiful gray tabby! Stop in this week to meet Kitty Pryde. We are open Wednesday through Friday 3-7pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. If you are interested in adoption, please complete the online application before you come in to speed up the adoption process. We go in order of application received, so the sooner you get in your application, the better! Don’t forget, Kitty

Sumner County Fair Fun Facts & Results

The 97th Sumner County Fair was filled with exhibits, activities, shows, and music as members of the county shared their talents. Local 4-H and FFA members exhibited their livestock, flowers, crafts, vegetables, artwork, photography and much more.