Crabby Patty’s: an American story in the making

Posted by Wynn Ponder

Hazel Young started it. She remembered Marci Penner’s efforts a few years ago, when the Lizard Lips Grill, north of Toronto, Kansas, was in danger of closing. Marci had mobilized the good people of the Kansas Explorers Club, urging them to stop by and spend $5 at the convenience store to help it stay open. Helen told Marci that a similar situation was unfolding in Dexter, Kansas …

Support rural merchants this holiday season

Posted by Wynn Ponder

Bring some extra cheer to your local economy this holiday season by purchasing gift certificates from restaurants, attractions and retailers in your community and county. Give them to friends and family, both inside and outside the area.

Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others, cannot keep it from themselves.
–James M. Barrie