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We are getting ready for classes to begin August 15th on the Sumner Campus. Students will be moving into the dorms here in Wellington on August 12th.
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A Day for Bibliophiles!
Are you a bibliophile? If you love books, have a stack next to your bedside waiting to be read, carry a book with you everywhere you go and browse bookstores just for fun, then yes, you are probably a bibliophile. August 9th is National Book Lovers Day.
NREL Scientist Returns to Wellington
Dr. Chuck Booten, Senior Engineer, Building Energy Sciences, Mechanical and Thermal Systems Engineering for the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) planned to return to Wellington in July when the temperatures warmed up.
City of Wellington Hosts KPP
Last week, the City of Wellington welcomed Kansas Energy (KPP) General Manager/CEO, Colin Hansen, KPP staff members and 35 individuals representing seven different KPP member cities to Wellington.
Wellington Work Fair
Last Tuesday, Kansas-Works partnered with about 20 area companies to host a hyper-local job fair in Memorial Auditorium in downtown Wellington. KansasWorks strives to facilitate connections between job seekers and employers, providing free resources on both sides of the equation.
Water Activities Prohibited at Wellington Lake
Due to an algae bloom at the Wellington City Lake all water activities are currently prohibited for the public’s safety. City staff has been monitoring the situation and notified KDHE when they observed the possibility of an algae bloom.
What’s Growing On in Sumner County:
We are pleased to announce that Brittany Clayton is joining the Sumner County K-State Research and Extension office as our new 4-H Youth Development Agent. Brittany earned her bachelor’s degree in History from Clarke University and has most recently been employed as an Human Resource Generalist for Graphic Packaging International in Perry, GA.
KEEP Funds Now Available to More Students
Last week, the qualifications for families to apply for the Kansas Education Enrichment Program (KEEP) were expanded. Students whose household income is less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are now eligible for KEEP funds.
Pet of the Week
Just look at those gorgeous green eyes! Cami came to the shelter very pregnant and soon gave birth to 7 healthy kittens. She was fortunate to have her kittens in the loving care of a foster home and is now enjoying life in one of our cat colonies. Her kittens have all been adopted and now it’s her turn to find the purrfect home! She is laid-back and very loving. She gets along with other cats and dogs don’t seem to bother her either. Is she the purrfect addition to your home? Stop in this week to meet Cami! We are open Wednesday through Friday 3-7pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. If you are interested in adoption please fill out the online application before you come in to speed up the adoption process. We adopt in order of when the application is received, so the sooner you turn it in, the better! And don’t forget, the Pet of the Week has a discounted adoption fee ($50 off dogs & $10 off cats) during their week!