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Hi again, it’s Shelby and I’m popping in to deliver the answer on this mystery mechanism. This antique, lever-handled device is for pressing metal caps onto glass soda bottles.

Wednesday, February 22 Raising Readers Storytime and Craft at 10:30 - 11:30am Monday, February 27 Mobile Library to Botkin Care and Rehab at 10:30am Tuesday, February 28 Adult Coloring noon - 5pm Tech Tuesdays at 6 - 8:30pm – Having trouble with your devices? Come talk to Jarrod Kline. Wednesday, March 1 Raising Readers Storytime and Craft at 10:30 - 11:30am .

I love my living room lounge chair. It’s still in good condition, but the fabric is beginning to wear and looks dated. I was thinking of having it reupholstered, but I don’t know where to start. Any advice?

Thumby Thumbs is a polydactyl! This is a genetic mutation that caused him to be born with extra toes. This mutation is completely harmless and does not affect his health at all. Just remember to trim that extra toenail on occasion! He is about a year old and a super sweet guy! Thumby Thumbs is good with other cats and loves people of all ages. He is on our adoption special in February so his adoption fee is only $10. Fill out the application online to schedule a time to meet him! www. wellingtonhumanesociety.org/cats

Wellington Middle School science teacher Aubrey Roths has been selected for Cosmosphere’s 2023 LaunchLearning Fellowship. Roths is one of just 45 teachers from around the state to receive the honor which comes with over $800 in free resources she can share with the middle school and district.

After receiving a 1 rating at the KSHSAA Regional Piano Festival, freshman pianist Ethan Brungardt advanced to the KSHSAA State Piano Festival. The state festival was held last Saturday, February 18th at Wichita State University.

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. Donut Bread Pudding Preheat oven to 350 f.

The Sumner County Historical and Genealogical Society hosted author and genealogist, Rosetta “Rosie” Wiley, on Monday at Cowley College. Wiley’s husband grew up in Perth, which is located about 9 miles southwest of Wellington.

In true community fashion, the Regent Theater hosted Super Bowl LVII on Wellington’s biggest TV screen. Measuring in at 28 by 41 feet, viewers could see the sweat beading off player’s faces no matter where they were seated.

February is an important month in the history of Sumner County. According to the Kansas State Historical Society, the County was officially organized on February 7, 1871.