On Monday, April 21, the 5th grade class at Prairie Heights Elementary School in Alta Vista planted a tree to celebrate Arbor Day.
From May 1 through August 15, 2025, youth across Kansas are invited to cast a line and join the fun in the 5th Annual Summer-Long Family Fishing Contest, hosted in memory of Walter “Dutch” Honer. Organized by Phil Taunton, host of “What’s in Outdoors,” and a team of generous sponsors, the contest encourages young anglers to enjoy the outdoors while vying for exciting prizes and recognition.
At a special meeting held Monday, May 5, the USD 417 Board of Education voted to approve SPT Architecture as the architectural firm to lead the district’s upcoming facilities planning and potential bond initiative. The selection follows a thorough review process that included interviews, design presentations, and input from a selection committee composed of board members, administrators, and community stakeholders.
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