Local, nationwide bomb threats false
A stream of bomb threats were made across the country last Thursday.
Included in those threats were the Chase County Community Hospital (CCCH) and McCook Elementary School.
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Chamber ‘Kick Off to Christmas’ revving up for Saturday night
Saturday will be offering several Christmas activities and shopping opportunities in Imperial.
Hayden Fowler, left, age six, of Imperial shares Santa’s lap with her 4-year-old brother, Grady, wearing his reindeer hat. (Johnson Publications photo)
Bonnie Schultz, a resident at Imperial Manor, is all smiles while talking to Santa Friday. (Johnson Publications photo)
Manor cook Michael Eatmon, dressed as Rudolf the red-nosed reindeer, cheers this youngster up who wasn’t too happy sitting on Santa’s lap. (Johnson Publications photo)
Children, manor residents excited to see Santa Claus
Santa’s first visit to Imperial Manor last Friday brought in scads of children of all ages to share their Christmas wishes while parents captured the photo moment.
Volunteers at the Chase County Food Pantry are checking expiration dates and stocking shelves with donated items. Standing from left are Nancy Terryberry, Zo Kunnemann and Diane Kuenne. (Johnson Publications photo)
Food pantry needs generous givers year round
The holidays usually see a spike in food pantry donations since more groups have food drives around this time.
Kay Castle, left, and Kala Holmes view items for sale at the FFVF Christmas House last weekend. (Johnson Publications photo)
A number of items donated from local businesses were available for sale at the FFVF Christmas House last weekend. (Johnson Publications photo)
FFVF Christmas House has another good fundraiser
Local Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge (FFVF) members held their Christmas House Saturday at the home of Steve and Char Wallin.