The Kansas Legislature gaveled back into session this past week in Topeka to continue the people’s work. 2013 marks the first legislative session during Gov. Brownback’s term where conservative Republicans are firmly in control in both the senate and house legislative chambers. Gov. ...
Today, information bombards us like a meteor shower. It’s everywhere.Each day our eyes see thousands of images on television and computer screens. Our ears hear thousands of words. Many people read thousands of words on the printed page.People text and talk. They Facebook and walk. They ...
The Chieftain Singers vocal group is a finalist to receive $5,000 for the Tonganoxie High School vocal music department through a local radio station and will need residents’ help in being the top group.The THS group is one of eight finalists in 99.7 The Point’s Christmas Choir Contest. The ...
Now that we’ve celebrated Thanksgiving and Christmas is just around the corner, many folks will be selecting their annual tree to adorn their apartment or home.It’s been said many times before and will be repeated again and again, “A traditional Christmas begins with a real tree.”Most ...
It’s a busy time of year with all the holiday preparations, school programs and more.But Thursday evening, if you have a little time, I’d love to chat with you.The Mirror is teaming up with the Tonganoxie Public Library for an opportunity for our newspaper readers to meet with sports editor ...
Time for donationsTo the editor:The holiday season is fast approaching.As you prepare for your own holiday celebrations, please remember those less fortunate. Good Shepherd Thrift Shop and Food Bank always is in need of gently used items and especially clothing in good condition. Drop off hours ...
This weekend, the hills, fields and woods will once again awaken to the sound of booming shotguns as hunters and their dogs swarm the countryside searching for pheasants, quail, ducks and other wildlife.It goes without saying that Kansas farms and ranches have always been a handy, ready-to-use ...
Life experiences teach plenty to those willing to learn. From the time I was a small boy, I remember my dad, uncles and grandfather talking and debating the issues of the day whenever we visited one another.As I grew older, I began to hear some of what they said. I began to understand what they ...
Family members will lead a candlelight vigil remembrance for those who died Oct. 29, 2011, in the Bartlett Grain Explosion in Atchison.The brief ceremony of remembrance will take place at 7 p.m. Sunday on Atchison’s riverfront. The event is expected to last about 30 minutes.A Tonganoxie High ...
Figuring out a Halloween costume can be a big decision.Granted, I don’t necessarily put a lot of planning into my costume. And I’m no longer a youngster with the aid of my mother to craft an impressive costume. Her October 1987 work, the Jayhawk mascot, was her greatest ...
