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Farmers State Bank in Dwight is honoring its long-time employee Brenda Picolet, who is retiring after 37 years. Stop in the bank on Wednesday, August 30 to wish Brenda a happy retirement and to grab a snack. Or send her a card at the bank and it will be forwarded. Cards should be mailed to Farmers State Bank, 624 Main St., Dwight, KS 66849.

The Kansas Turnpike Authority invites the public to provide feedback on their Turnpike travel experience by participating in its annual Customer Satisfaction Survey. Anyone who uses the Turnpike, whether daily or occasionally, is encouraged to share their thoughts to help KTA prioritize future projects and make internal improvements. Those who complete the survey will be entered to win one of six $50 Amazon gift cards.

The 2023/2024 Kansas High School Rodeo Association (KSHSRA) season started August 19 & 20 in Manhattan. The second rodeo of the season was this past weekend August 26 & 27 in Canton. Three Morris County high schoolers are competing this year. Macy Bolen, a Council Grove High School senior, is competing in barrel racing and pole bending. Ransom Tiffany, a home school junior and Butler County Community College fast track student, competes in saddle bronc riding, team roping (heeler), working cow horse, and trap shooting. Jhet Johnson, a White City High School freshman, competes in bareback riding. All three competitors have already earned paychecks to kick off the new season.