The maker of the final film in the 2022-23 KIPCOR Film Series began with one story and quickly saw that the issues went beyond an individual’s experience. British journalist Leana Hosea made Thirst for Justice, a 52-minute documentary that screens at 2 p.m.
Every April, we raise awareness about child abuse prevention. However, this work is ongoing and constant. We must be diligent in supporting families no matter the circumstances and recognize that parents and children need encouragement and someone to believe in them. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) include abuse and neglect as well as other household circumstances that affect children adversely. ACEs can cause long-term trauma, but providing stable, supportive relationships provides lifelong benefits for learning, behavior and health.
With little discussion the Newton City Commission voted 4-1, with commissioner Clint McBroom the dissenting vote, to adjust water and sewer rates for 2024. It was a move that drew the ire of Ed Myers, who has been speaking during the public comment section of city commission meetings for months in opposition to utility rate increases.
April is officially Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Harvey County, after the Harvey County Commission took a second run April 11 at approving a proclamation to make it so. Following a reading of a revised proclamation the commission voted 2-1, with commissioner Becky Reimer the vote against, to approve the proclamation.
Hillsboro - Helen Fenstermacher, 99, passed away April 10, 2023 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. Celebration of Life 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 14, 2023 at Grace Community Fellowship in Hillsboro. Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro.
Spring has sprung on our central Kansas farm. The daffodils and apricot trees are in full bloom and being visited by the honeybees. The small flock of sheep we’ve been caring for all winter have now more than doubled as all of the ewes have lambed. Now the pasture is full of little white lambs frolicking and bouncing all around as their mothers keep watch. Our machine shop has also transitioned from housing a winter basketball court to housing a planter being prepped and bags of corn seed stacked high as we await our season of spring planting.
Susan L Graves, 70, died Sunday, April 9, 2023, at her home in Wichita. She was born March 16, 1953, in St. Louis, Missouri. Her parents J. Lloyd and Blanche (Brobeil) Spaulding precede her in death. Susan is survived by her husband, Jon; son, William (Sarah) Graves; daughter, Kimberly (Nicholas) Wenger; brothers Timothy and Jay Spaulding, and 5 grandchildren. Susan grew up in North Newton, Kansas and graduated from Newton High in 1971. While in high school she met Jon Graves and on December 19, 1975 they married, and honeymooned in England during the bicentennial summer of 1976. Susan was a graduate of Bethel College and went on to earn her master’s degree in library science from Emporia State University.
In the final week of March Newton USD 373 closed school for two days due to a computer network security incident. The incident is still under investigation, and the school district is working with external information technology experts to conduct a detailed investigation into the incident.
Dear Doctors: I recently learned I have a small peptic ulcer. The doctor said it’s a common occurrence and not a big deal. I’m having a lot of indigestion and wonder if the ulcer may be the cause. I’ve tried taking Nexium, but it makes me feel nauseated. Is there any treatment for a peptic ulcer?
Substance Abuse Board accepting grant requests The Newton Substance Abuse Board is seeking applications for grants to fund programs or services whose principal purpose is: Alcoholism and drug abuse prevention and education. Alcohol and drug detoxification.