Conway Springs offensive line coach and WHS alum Gregg Hullinger has spent the last 28 years walking up and down the sideline enjoying State Championship games. But this last one, played on a snowy Saturday after Thanksgiving, may have been his favorite.
“Snowfall rouses your inner child to dream and play once more.” — Angie Weiland-Crosby The first snowfall often brings a sense of wonder and beauty, transforming landscapes into serene and glittering scenes. It can invoke feelings of nostalgia and excitement, marking the arrival of a new season and the beginning of winter activities.
Local portrait photographer Susan Doherty may just have the most magical job in Wellington. For the last 26 years, she has had the privilege of spending some memorable time with Santa.
The city council meeting opened with the call to order and pledge of allegiance. Reverend William Wingfield of Calvary Lutheran Church led the invocation.
Last Thursday morning, students at Washington Elementary participated in “Interest Day” which featured 11 different speakers on a variety of different topics. Students spent about 20 minutes in each presentation, then rotated between classrooms to learn more about a diverse number of subjects including horses, cooking, art, dance and much more.
Homemade wares, jelly, jams, cookies, friendship bracelets and more were available at the Wellington Public Library’s Kids Market last Saturday in the Community Room. Booths were manned by local youth as they sold handcrafted items of all kinds.
Downtown was bustling with shoppers last Saturday morning as a number of retailers hosted a “Holiday Sip & Shop” with special prices, treats and holiday cheer. “We had a really good day,” said Ty Sober, owner of The Gold Corner jewelry store.
Over the weekend, Jamie and Daniel YoNash put the final touches on a festive Coca-Cola Christmas display in the windows of 118 South Washington. Coca-Cola began running Christmas themed ads that included Santa Claus in the 1920’s.
The City of Wellington Compost Site will be open regular hours through and including Saturday, November 25th, except for Thursday, November 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving. Regular business hours are Monday noon to 6:00pm, Wednesday 8:00am to 1:00pm, Thursday noon to 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm.