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People generally do not give much thought to the plants they include in their homes and yards beyond the care instructions and how they can add to the aesthetic appeal. Homeowners may know if a plant likes the sun or shade, but they may not realize its potential for toxicity. That’s because adults in particular are not prone to ingesting the plants in their yard that are inedible, unlike curious pets that may sniff and nibble plants when exploring their environments. For those with dogs and cats that will spend time outdoors, it’s best to be aware of these potentially toxic plants, courtesy of the ASPCA, Dr. Buzby’s and Garden Design.

MANHATTAN – Eight area students have been awarded scholarships to Kansas State University totaling $5,200. The scholarships were awarded by the Flint Hills Catbackers, the Col. Gayle Foster Endowed Scholarship Fund and the K-State Alumni Association.

Crowded pickleball courts are a testament to the popularity of a sport that has taken many communities by storm. A 2023 report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association indicates just under nine million people played pickleball in 2022, which marked a stunning 159 percent increase in participation over just a three-year period.

The Eureka Tornado baseball team concluded their season last Wednesday, May 8, at Sedgwick, when they fell to Wichita-The Independent, 8-9, in the play-in game for the 2-1A Rosalia-Flinthills Regionals.

Chairman Jake Liebau called the April 8 regular meeting of the Elk County Commission to order at 1 p.m. Commissioners Doug Hendricks and Perry Russell were also present as well as County Clerk Kerry Harrod, County Counselor Paul Dean. Ken Mitchell, EMS; John Walker, Sheriff; Kristina Kraft, Deputy Treasurer; Todd Winscher, Rural Fire; Kandy Dowell, Health; Erica Cordell, EM; Stefni Hebb, Deputy Clerk; Nick Miller, Noxious Weed; Malarie Chamberlain, Payroll Clerk; Don Sanders, Public Works; Shari Kaminska, Community Development; Chris Miller, Deputy Appraiser; Kaye Spooner; Thayne Botter-weck; and Doug Meyer.

Eureka Softball FellTo Chargers •To Compete In Lyndon Regional

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During the Tornado Awards assembly held on Tuesday of last week, Eureka senior Bailey Brewer was awarded the John Philip Sousa Band Award which is awarded to one senior. This is one of the highest honors given among band students as there can only be one recipient from each school.

Eureka Junior High track hosted their home Invitational on Thursday, May 25. The track meet was cut short, due to inclement weather, but multiple athletes claimed hardware before the event was canceled.