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MdCV crowns 2023 royalty at Melvern homecoming celebration

September 25, 2023 Contributor No comments

Marais des Cygnes Valley High School 2023 Homecoming Royalty. Photo by Lisa Reeser.

MELVERN, Kan. – While Marais des Cygnes Valley High School couldn’t claim victory at Friday’s football game, Melvern still had plenty to celebrate during its 2023 Homecoming. Crowned as this year’s MdCV Homecoming Queen and King were Haylea Bethell and Corey Criss. In the crowning ceremony prior to the kickoff for the home game against Marmaton Valley, 2022 Homecoming King and Queen, Kyler Anschutz and Kyla Vogeler, presented the crowns to the new king and queen. During the homecoming game, the Wildcats claimed a win over the Trojans with a 60-0 score.

MdCV 2023 Homecoming Queen Haylea Bethell is the daughter of Jeff and Jo Bethell and Curt and Christi Allen. In high school, Haylea has been involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, class treasurer, track, band, and FFA. In her free time, Haylea enjoys hanging out with friends, helping her dad on the farm, and reading books.

MdCV 2023 Homecoming King Corey Criss is the son of Matt and Angie Criss. In high school, Corey has been involved in football, basketball, FFA, and Washburn Tech-Auto Service Technician. In his free time, Corey enjoys working at the Melvern Lake Marina, and fishing, hunting, and hanging out with friends.

Also serving as senior homecoming candidates were Olivia Lacey and Deken Colyer. Olivia is the daughter of Matt and Amy Lacey. In high school, Olivia has been involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, StuCo, FFA, FCCLA, FBLA, Band, Choir, class president, and NHS. In her free time, Olivia enjoys being a volunteer firefighter for Osage County Fire District No. 3, and “The Loft” youth group member at Mount Pleasant.

Deken is the son of Amanda and Carl Colyer. In high school, Deken has been involved in football, basketball, baseball, and in Washburn Tech-Electrical Technology. In his free time, Deken enjoys riding four-wheelers, hanging out with friends, and going to church.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club: Members begin busy fall schedule

September 13, 2023 Contributor No comments

By Bella Reeser
Club Reporter

On Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club held their monthly club meeting at the Melvern Community Center. At 5:12 p.m., the meeting was called to order by President Gradey McNally. The club began their meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and the 4-H Pledge, led by Gradey. Secretary Allie Reeser called the roll; both club members and parents were to answer with, “Would you rather have a personal maid or a personal chef?” There were five members and two adults present.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club members create Grandparents’ Day cards at their recent meeting. Courtesy photo.

Allie read the minutes from the last meeting; they were approved as read. Reporter Bella Reeser read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read. Bella stated she submitted two articles to the newspaper. There was no historian report.

In council report, Vice-President Braelyn McNally shared with the club to not forget to send thank you notes from the fairs. Kansas State Fair is Sept. 8-17. The new 4-H year will begin Oct. 1. Record books, officer books, and club reports are due to the Lyndon Extension Office by Sept. 18. Ambassador applications are due Sept. 11. National 4-H week is Oct. 1-7. 48 Hour of 4-H is Oct. 7-8, 4-H Achievement Night will be Nov. 7 at LHS, with dinner beginning at 6 p.m. and awards at 7 p.m.

In the leader’s report, Leader Lisa Reeser reminded members that 4-H week articles must be submitted to the newspaper by Sept. 22.

There was no old business. There was no new business. In the program, club members created Grandparents’ Day cards.

In songs, Secretary Allie Reeser led everyone in singing, “Staying Alive.” At 5:24 pm, it was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting.

The Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, at Melvern Community Center. Members enjoyed snacks provided by Pat Litch and played at the park for recreation.

Help House celebrates 20th anniversary as service projects continue

September 01, 2023 Contributor No comments

Help House celebrated 20 years of service to Osage County Aug. 5, 2023, with a congregation of volunteers, donors and other interested people at First Baptist Church, at Lyndon. Courtesy photo.

It has been a busy summer at Help House, which on Aug. 5, 2023, celebrated 20 years of service to Osage County residents in need of food or clothing, and many other services.

School supplies were collected and taken to schools in the county that do not have an organization or their school meeting their needs. Help House delivered to Scranton preschool and kindergarten, Lyndon Elementary School, Osage City Elementary School, and Quenemo Elementary School.

Stocking the Coat Closet

Help House is now collecting coats for the Coat Closet, which will be open Oct. 2 until Oct. 31. For more than eight years, the organization has given out more than 200 coats per year. Everyone is asked to advise their congregation about the coat project at Help House. Children’s coats of all sizes, and larger men’s and women’s coats are always in short supply.

Help House presentation available

Help House has announced that Ted Hazelton, a Help House volunteer, has put together a 20-minute presentation to share with all of the churches in the county. This is an outreach effort to inform congregations about the work Help House does and who it serves, and to let people know of the need for more volunteers.

“Giving others who are not familiar with Help House a glimpse of who we are and what goes on there, maybe there will be someone who will catch the vision and want to visit and possibly volunteer to serve Christ as they serve others,” said Raylene Quaney, Help House volunteer coordinator.

Those interested in having Hazelton present the program, or to get more information, can contact him at 913-927-8344.

For more information about Help House, stop by at 131 W. 15th St., Lyndon, Kan., see www.helphouse.online, call 785-828-4888, or email osagecountyhh@gmail.com.

Chamber Chatter: Crouchers earn yard of month award for July

July 27, 2023 Contributor No comments

Even with the lack of rain and the hot days, many of the homes landscaping have been kept up with many hours of attention. Each month, the Chamber selects a yard to show appreciation of the beauty and hard work by the homeowners. The honorees receive $25 in Chamber Bucks to be used at an Osage City participating business. Announced as July’s winner was Gregg and Cheryl Croucher’s yard, at 834 Main St., Osage City. The beauty of their floral arrangements extends from the front of their home around to their back yard. The back yard includes a neatly kept garden, floral arrangements surrounding the house and out building. Gregg and Cheryl have lived in their home for 18 years.

Ribbon cuttings mark progress in area business community

The Osage City Chamber of Commerce has been busy in the last month with ribbon cuttings celebrating new business ownership, renovations and reopenings.

June 28, 2023, COF Training Services held a grand opening of its newly renovated facility, which updated accommodations for individuals served. Renovations included a kitchen, alternative day programing area, updated restrooms, laundry facility, arts and crafts, exercise areas and contract work area.

New owners Kent and Erin Schaper cut the ribbon at Osage Building Materials.

Under new ownership, Osage Building Materials held a grand reopening and ribbon cutting on June 29, 2023. Kent and Erin Schaper are new owners of the Osage City hardware store and lumber yard. They also own Arrowhead Hardware, in Baldwin City. Kent and Erin said they are excited to be a part of the community and look forward to serving customers throughout Osage County for years to come. The event included a discount off all in stock, in store merchandise, participants enjoyed ice cream, give aways, refreshments, special offers and balloons.

Henry’s Coffee House: Owner Nathan Willis, center, with Chamber members Roger Mersmann and Joe Humerickhouse.

The Osage City Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting July 6, 2023, for its newest member, Henry’s Coffee House. Henry’s is not a brand new business, having been open at 413 Market St. for a little more than two years. Joining the Chamber marks a milestone in Henry’s efforts to expand its business and make itself a central gathering spot for the community. Henry’s has added more food items to its lineup and has expanded its hours to be open seven days a week, and has future plans to expand to a larger space.

From the director: ‘You’re never too old to learn something new’

I invited Chamber members to submit an interesting fact about their business for me to include in my “Did You Know” article for this month. I had several responses and look forward to sharing them with you.

Help House celebrates 20 years of service to Osage County

July 18, 2023 Contributor No comments

Help House is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, having opened its doors for the first time on Aug. 5, 2003. The public is invited to attend the celebration on Aug. 5, 2023, beginning at 2 p.m. with short Help House tours.

Following at 2:30 in the of the Lyndon First Baptist Church sanctuary will be special speakers and other dignitaries attending. The past, present, and future of Help House will be presented. A reception will follow at 3:30, and tours will be available again.

For anyone who has wondered what goes on at Help House, now is the time to check it out.

“We hope to see you there as great things are happening and there are exciting plans for the future.”

Christmas in July

Beginning this week through July 28, Help House is having A Christmas In July. Holiday decorations and various other items that need to be cleared out of storage to make room for donations to the Christmas Store, have been unpacked and are available to those wanting to get an early start on their shopping, or just to think about Christmas and being cool.

Melvern Jr. Highline has fun at Lyndon pool for June meeting

June 16, 2023 Contributor No comments

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter

Sunday, June 4, 2023, at the Lyndon Swimming Pool, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club meeting was called to order by President Gradey McNally. The club began the meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge, led by Gradey.

Secretary Allie Reeser called the roll; members and parents were to answer with, “Would you rather swim in a pool or the lake?” There were eight members and three adults present. Allie read the minutes from the previous meeting; they were approved as read. There was no correspondence.

Treasurer Landon Roy read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read.

Reporter Bella Reeser stated she submitted two article to the newspaper.

There was no historian’s report. In council report, council member Braelyn McNally reminded club members about upcoming 4-H camp and Discovery Days. She also reminded club members of the upcoming fairs.

In leader’s report, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser reminded club members of the upcoming fairs and that the Osage County Fair requires pre-enrollment by July 14.

There was no old or new business.

Members enjoyed snacks provided by the Reeser family. For recreation, members and parents enjoyed swimming at the Lyndon Pool.

Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, July 2, at Melvern Community Center.

Memorial Day: Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club honors those who have served

May 30, 2023 Contributor No comments

Photo: MJH 4-H club members hang flags on servicemembers’ graves at the Melvern Cemetery.

By Bella Reeser

On Thursday, May 25, 2023, at the Quenemo Cemetery, and on Friday, May 26, 2023, at the Melvern Cemetery, members of the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club helped organizers hang flags on the graves of fallen servicemen and servicewoman. Members felt privileged to honor those who have served.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club plans picnic table refurbishment project

March 21, 2023 Contributor

By Club Reporter Bella Reeser

At 4 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the McNally House, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club met. Under the guidance of club leader Caleb McNally, together the members refurbished one of the picnic tables from the Melvern fairgrounds. At 5:04 p.m., the club’s meeting was called to order by President Gradey McNally. The club began the meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge led by Gradey.

Reporter Bella Reeser called the roll; members and parents were to answer with, “Would you rather jump in a pool of chocolate pudding or strawberry ice cream?” There were six members and six adults present. Bella read the minutes from the previous meeting; they were approved as read. There was no correspondence.

Treasurer Landon Roy read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read. Bella said she submitted three article to the newspaper. In historian’s report, Historian Levi Arb read the History of 4-H. In council report, council member Braelyn McNally reminded club members Blue & Gold orders will be delivered March 13; Regional Club Days will be March 25, at Gardner; Beef weigh in will be 4-6 p.m. March 29 at Overbrook fairgrounds; small animal weigh in will be4-6 p.m. May 2, at Osage City fairgrounds; drop or add deadline is May 1; Osage City fair will be July 7-9; Overbrook fair will be Aug. 2-5. There will be a fair grievance policy this year. In leader’s report, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser reminded club members to enroll in the new 4-H year.

There was no old business. In new business, a motion was made and seconded to hold the Melvern Easter Egg Hunt again this year at 1 p.m. April 8, at Melvern City Park. It was discussed, then a motion was made and seconded for the club to refurbish the remaining two tables at the Melvern fairgrounds before the Melvern fair.

In program, Braelyn gave her speech on the beef industry, and Gradey gave his multimedia presentation on composting. In songs, song leader Gentry McNally led the group in singing “Red Kingdom”. At 5:27 p.m., it was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting.

Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, April 2 at Melvern Community Center. Members enjoyed snacks provided by the McNally Family. For recreation, members and parents enjoyed the playground equipment at the McNally house.

Help House dress shop attires local girls with beautiful prom gowns

March 06, 2023 Contributor

By Raylene Quaney

This was the sixth year for the Help House Prom Shop, the most successful to date with the large donation from the Green Prom Movement, a non-profit run by Marc and Melissa Roberts, of Vassar, Kan. Plus, many dresses were donated throughout the year by others in our communities. These were some of some of the most beautiful gowns we have ever had.

This year we gave out 132 dresses, a record number of prom dresses, with close to 450 people through the doors, parents, grandparents, and friends came to help the girls find just the right dress.

I would like to thank the Help House Board of Directors for allowing us to continue to offer this opportunity to the girls in Osage County; also thank you to USD 454 for allowing us to set up shop in their facility and “take it over” for over a week, the gentlemen that had to work around the racks of dresses during that time, and Chris Burk and Mike Barlow and their assistance for getting the building ready. We would like to thank Jaryl and Stephanie Seth for loaning us the display racks for dresses.

And thanks to the volunteers who worked endless hours sorting and hanging and steam pressing all of the dresses and then working each day to assist these shoppers in finding their special dress. We feel so blessed to have been apart of this, watching their smiles and sometimes tears. The special thanks we received from everyone was so special. This endeavor took several hours and days of work from a small army of volunteers to make it such a success. The volunteers were Corinne Dubois, Donna Young, Jan Newman, Carol Grady, Lee Ann Smiley, Connie Bonczkowski, Cindy Ledgard, Tammi Brabb, Nancy Alley, Ann Hladky, Sheila Curtis, and Jaclynn Ruth.

Each girl who found a dress was eligible to register for a $25 Visa gift card. The winner was Alexis Kelly, who attends Santa Fe Trail High School. Congratulations to you.

Melvern Jr. Highline members take top awards at District 4-H Club Days

February 23, 2023 Contributor

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter

On Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Central Heights High School, the Frontier 4-H District held the district 4-H Club Days. Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club was represented by four members, Braelyn McNally gave a speech on Sustainability in the Beef Industry and received a top-purple; Gradey McNally presented a multimedia presentation on The Art of Composting, receiving a top-purple; Allie Reeser’s multimedia presentation on Anti-Heroes received a top-purple; and Bella Reeser preformed a solo dance to the song “Shake the Room”, and received a top-purple.

All four Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club members earned the opportunity to participate in Regional 4-H Club Days, Saturday, March 25, at Gardner High School.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club hits the lanes to bowl in the New Year

January 13, 2023 Contributor

By Bella Reeser
Club Reporter

At 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club met at Fusion Alley, in Ottawa, Kan., and enjoyed an hour of bowling. At 4:01 p.m., the meeting was called to order by President Gradey McNally. The club began the meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge led by Gradey. Secretary Allie Reeser called the roll; members and parents were to answer with, ‘Would you rather have butterfly wings or a horses tail?’ There were eight members and six adults present. Allie read the minutes from the previous meeting; they were approved as read.

In correspondence, Allie shared two letters; one from Extension agent Jo Hetrick-Anstaett wishing the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club a Merry Christmas. The second letter was from Don and Ann Becker, thanking the club for coming to their house to Christmas carol.

Treasurer Landon Roy read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read. Reporter Bella Reeser stated she submitted one article to the newspaper. There was no historian’s report.

In council report, council representative Braelyn McNally said re-enrollment is past due, please renew ASAP. 4-H Day with Wildcat Women’s Basketball is Feb. 12. District Club Days is Feb. 18, at Central Heights High School. Regional Club Days is March 25, at Gardner. Blue & Gold Sales have begun; return to Extension office by Feb. 27. Livestock camp will be March 4-5 at Camp Chipawa. Beef weigh-in will be at Overbrook fairgrounds 4-6 p.m. March 29. Small animal weigh-in at Osage City fairgrounds will be 4-6 p.m. May 2. Osage City Fair will be July 18-22. Overbrook Fair will be Aug. 2-5.

In leaders’ report, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser reminded club members to enroll in the new 4-H year by Dec. 1. Also, we received a letter from the Extension Office, all our 2021-2022 financial reports were in order. There was no old business and no new business. In program and for recreation, members and parents bowled before the meeting.

At 4:09 p.m., it was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting. The Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, at Melvern Community Center. Members enjoyed snacks of nachos and pop while they were bowling.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club spreads Christmas cheer during December meeting

December 16, 2022 Contributor

Members of Melvern Junior Highline 4-H Club sing Christmas carols on a Melvern resident’s doorstep. Courtesy photo.

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter

On Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club held its monthly club meeting at the Melvern Community Center. At 5:04 p.m., the meeting was called to order by President Gradey McNally. The club began their meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge led by leader Caleb McNally. Reporter Bella Reeser called the roll; members and parents were to answer with, “Would you rather have Christmas tree tinsel for hair or have fingernails that light up like Christmas lights?” There were six members and four adults present.

Bella read the minutes from the previous meeting; they were approved as read. Treasurer Landon Roy read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read.

Bella stated she submitted three articles to the newspaper.

There was no historian’s report, and no council report. In leader’s report, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser reminded club members to enroll in the new 4-H year. Club shirts should be done this week. We will deliver MAYS House gifts before Christmas. There was no old business and no new business.

In program, members were going to go Christmas caroling around the Melvern Community. In songs, the club went over songs to sing during caroling.

At 5:14 p.m., it was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting. The Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, at the Melvern Community Center.

Members enjoyed snacks brought by the McNally family. For recreation, members went Christmas caroling.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club: Members plan to share Christmas spirit in December

November 28, 2022 Contributor

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter

On Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club held its monthly club meeting at the Melvern Community Center. At 5:01 p.m., the meeting was called to order by President Braelyn McNally. The club began their meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge, led by Braelyn. Historian Allie Reeser called roll, and members and parents answered with, “What is your favorite food at Thanksgiving Dinner?” There were eight members and five adults present. Allie read the minutes from the last meeting; they were approved as read.

Treasurer Gradey McNally read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read. Reporter Bella Reeser stated she submitted one article to the newspaper. In historian report, Allie shared “4-H Fun Facts” about how 4-H got its name. In leader’s report, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser thanked members for attending Achievement Night and Trunk or Treat. They also reminded members to write thank yous to the Lions Club, and that officer training will be Dec. 22 at Lyndon High School.

In old business, club members voted and approved a new club T-shirt design (Please let Lisa know your sizes as soon as possible). In new business, it was moved and seconded to adopt the residents of the Mays House in Melvern, Christmas carol at homes, and deliver fruit baskets for December’s meeting.

Officer elections were also held: President, Gradey McNally; vice-president, Braelyn McNally; secretary, Allie Reeser; treasurer, Landon Roy; reporter, Bella Reeser; historian, Levi Arb and Harper Melton, council reps, Braelyn McNally and Allie Reeser; song leaders, Khloe Rice and Gentry McNally; and recreation, Nathan Ferris.

For the program, each member shared which project they are looking forward to this upcoming 4-H year. In songs, the club sang “We Will Rock You” by Queen. At 5:39 p.m. the meeting adjourned.

Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at Melvern Community Center.

Members enjoyed snacks brought by the Roy family and played tag for recreation.

Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club fall update

November 03, 2022 Contributor

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter

On Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, the Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club held its monthly meeting at the Melvern Community Center; the meeting was called to order by President Braelyn McNally. The club began their meeting with The Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H Pledge, led by Braelyn. Braelyn called roll, and members and parents were to answer with “Would you rather slide down a rainbow or jump on clouds?” There were eight members and five adults present.

Vice-President Gradey McNally read the minutes from the last meeting; they were approved as read. Gradey read the treasurer’s report; it was approved as read. Reporter Bella Reeser stated she submitted one article to the newspaper.

In historian report, Historian Allie Reeser shared “4-H Fun Facts” about the emblem of 4-H.

In leaders’ reports, leaders Caleb McNally and Lisa Reeser reminded club members of Achievement Night Oc. 26, and this week is 4-H Week. There was no old business.

In new business, it was moved and seconded to have a Trunk at the Melvern Trunk or Treat 5-7 p.m. Oct. 31.

It was moved and seconded to order new club shirts; Lisa will inquire for designs and bring it back next month.

In program, MJH members created posters to hang up at the Melvern and Quenemo buildings to promote and advertise 4-H.

In songs, the club sang Happy Birthday to Jennifer Roy.

At 5:24 p.n. it was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting. The Melvern Jr. Highline’s next club meeting will be 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, at the Melvern Community Center.

Members enjoyed snacks brought by the Reeser family and played at the park for recreation.

Help House: Give warmth to someone this winter, coat closet accepts donations

October 12, 2022 Contributor

By Raylene Quaney, Help House

At the first of October, the Help House Coat Closet opened for regular business hours and will remain open throughout the month. Help House accepts donations of coats currently in all sizes for men, women, and children. Children’s coats are always in short supply. If you have good, clean coats in your closets at home that you no longer wear and would like to pass them along to someone who is need of a good warm coat for the winter, we would appreciate your donation.

Prom Shop

We realize this is a little early to be thinking of prom, but the prom shop will be open in February, and we are accepting donations of dresses for this event. This will be the third annual shopping experience for any girls in the Osage County area. If you have any dresses that have been worn for homecoming or last year’s proms and they are taking up space in your closets and will not be worn again, please consider donating them to the prom shop. Then someone who cannot afford to go out and purchase their special dress can still shop for the one that makes them feel like a queen. We do not charge for these; they are all given out at no charge.

Almost here: Drop box for clothes and shoes

We have heard you and are trying to make it a little easier for those who wish to donate shoes and clothing at your convenience. We are expecting to add an outside drop box that will set under the roof at the front of the building. Only shoes and clothing will be able to be deposited there. No liquids, or household items. It will be necessary to place your items in smaller bags to deposit them into the box.

Help House begins school supplies collections; donations welcomed

July 03, 2022 Contributor

By Raylene Quaney

Help House is again collecting school supplies to be distributed among the elementary schools in Osage County that do not supply their student body, just as we did last year.

Drop off donations that have been purchased anytime during regular business hours, or make secure cash donations on our website at www.helphouse.online and designate it is for school supplies, or mail to Help House at PO Box 356, Lyndon, KS 66451.

Home schools that could use supplies for students are asked to contact Scott Perkins for other arrangements.

Fan club

Clients can now sign up to receive a free box fan for the summer. Check in at the desk for details on the fan program.

Volunteer?

Have you been thinking of volunteering? Help House could use volunteers 4-7 p.m. Monday evenings and also 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays. Anyone able to volunteer one or two days a month, that is fine also. Stop by anytime and fill out a volunteer application and visit with Scott Perkins or Raylene Quaney, and they will be happy to visit with you about the different areas of service, such as the pantry, sorting, reception, and receiving. Come join the Help House family. We believe you will find your service to God and others will be very rewarding and fun.

Melvern works together to honor service members on Memorial Day

May 31, 2022 Contributor

By Bella Reeser, Club Reporter
Melvern Jr. Highline 4-H Club

Mud boots and rain coats were needed, but nothing stopped the Melvern community from coming together to honor those at the Melvern Cemetery who have served our country. On Saturday, May 28, 2022, members of the community placed flags on the graves of local community members who had served.

Grateful citizens work together to honor those who have fallen

May 27, 2022 Contributor

Sprinkles and mud puddles didn’t stop local adults and youth from coming out May 26, 2022 and together decorating Oak Hill Cemetery, near Quenemo, Kan., for Memorial Day. Youth helpers included Bella Reeser, Olivia Lacey, Levi Arb, Gentry McNally, Gradey McNally, Braelyn McNally, and Allie Reeser. Adults not pictured, Caleb McNally, Mike Reagan, Heidi Arb, and Dwayne and Lori Meiers. Photo submitted by Bella Reeser.

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