Alta Vista News

  The Wabaunsee County Cattlemen's Association held their 67th an-nual banquet Monday evening in the Mission Valley High School Commons Area.  Members and friends of the organization from Wa-baunsee County, and surrounding areas, attended the event as they observed the accomplishments and challenges of the cattle industry.

  WCCA Director Derek Schrader served as the evening's master of ceremonies and welcomed those in attendance.  

  Following a smoked brisket dinner served by Bobby D's, Lake Wabaunsee,  Research and Extension Agent Matt Pfeifer shared an an-nual update from his office.   Matt's report was followed by information from Kansas Livestock Association Senior Vice President Mike Beam. Read more

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“We are a purebred operation, selling bulls and replacement heifers as seedstock to the commercial cattle industry.”

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“I"  in the equation is for, Improvement is a daily priority.  

  "Be the best that you can be.  Work to get better.  Take your assets and build on them”

  The Wabaunsee County Economic Development Office held  the annual meeting and appreciation dinner Thursday, February 8, in the Mission Valley Commons Area.  Dinner was catered by Bobby D's Lakeside BBQ (Lake Wabaunsee) and Alma Bakery and Sweet Shoppe.  

  Newly appointed Economic Development Director Abby Dechant welcomed those attending and introduced members of her committee.  Members of the Wabaunsee County Economic Development (WCED) Committee include; Commissioner 1st District - Ken Smith and Bud Hund, Commissioner 2nd District - Velda Hodges and Gary Dixon,  Commissioner 3rd District - Larry Holz and Claude Blevins,  City of Alma - Don Frank, City of Alta Vista - Carissa McKenzie, City of Eskridge - vacant, City of Harveyville - JoLeta Weems, City of Maple Hill - Linda Raine, City of McFarland - Lori Senne, City of Paxico - Judy Meinhardt, Lake Wabaunsee - Cindy Manz, Extension Council - Nancy Hier and Linda Craghead, Advisor - Matt Pfeifer. Read more

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  The first of several Wabaunsee County fall activities were held this past weekend in Alta Vista and Paxico.  Bright sunny skies greeted the Alta Vista Old Settler's Day and the Blues Festival in Paxico.

  Activities started early in Alta Vista as a flea market and crafts were available in the city park.  A parade led by Grand Marshal Vernon Richter was at 11:00 a.m. followed by games for young and old.  Lunch was served in the  park with more activities throughout the afternoon.   The evening  rounded out with the Alta Vista High School Alumni Banquet and fireworks. Read more

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