By Randy V Hein, Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent K-State Research & Sumner Co. Extension Office Now that the heat of summer may be departing, my wife and I are thinking about leaving the comfort of our air-conditioned house and grilling more of our meals outside.
Jason Newberry, Interim City Manager, and Barry Dicker, Project Leader and President of Decent Energy, Inc. provided Dr. Chuck Booten, Senior Engineer, Building Energy Sciences Mechanical and Thermal Systems Engineering with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) a tour of the buildings and thermal tile installation in Sumner County’s “Building Technologies Proving Ground – Public Sector Field Validation” project that was awarded by the United States Department of Energy (DOE).
Siren is not only a beautiful dog, but she is smart too! She knows several commands and has completed some training. She was originally a rescue that lived with a foster before finding a home. Sadly, the family moved out of state and left Siren to fend for herself. Her foster was able to get her back safely and bring her to the Humane Society. She is house-trained, spayed, up to date on all shots, and ready to go!
Making a Crumb Quilt is a quilter’s perfect answer to recycling and a beautiful way of transforming boxes or bags of small fabric bits into something beautiful. Recently, a few students joined me for a fun crumb quilt class at The Hive.
Last Friday, the American Red Cross set-up to receive blood donations in Memorial Auditorium and welcomed donors from noon to 6pm. The team had a great turn out with nearly 30 pre-registered donors and several walk-ins.
Named one of the “Top 10 Cooks in America” by Food Network’s “All Star Academy”, Mike’s old-fashioned comfort foods and distinctive recipes speak to his authentic enthusiasm and love for culinary adventure. Are your adult taste buds calling for a grown-up version of your childhood favorite crunchy, delicious rice treats? Let’s kick them up a notch! 6 tbsp butter Pinch of salt 6 oz mini marshmallows 4 cups puffed rice cereal 2 oz brown sugar bourbon (thanks Gov’s) Get more info @foodiemikec Recipe: You are going to prepare this recipe much like every other crispy rice treat you’ve ever made, but with a touch more care.
At the Beehive, we teach classes for students at all levels of crafting and sewing expertise. It’s a great time to gather with friends or family and enjoy making your own piece of art by hand.
Named one of the “Top 10 Cooks in America” by Food Network’s “All Star Academy”, Mike’s old-fashioned comfort foods and distinctive recipes speak to his authentic enthusiasm and love for culinary adventure. Looking for a great side or an awesome base to throw some meat on? This dish will be your new go to.
The National Depression Glass Association Museum, (NDGA), located at 107 N Washington has been an established museum since 2002. Run completely by volunteers, the museum only exhibits American Made Early American Pattern Glass up through Mid Century Modern Glass. Accordingly, the glass can date from the 1850’s all the way through the 1970’s.
Ava Riojas, daughter of Albert and Jamie Riojas, and granddaughter of locals Joel and Pam Harris, is entering the 7th grade in Derby this year. Many of her interests and school activities are similar to her peers; National Honor Society, STUCO, Dance, Cheer, Volleyball. But, Ava also participates in the National American Miss pageant.