To build a trail involves group effort
Volunteers to converge at the river on April 19
Approximately 80 members of the Kansas Corps are expected to be in Melvern on Saturday, April 19, to assist area citizens in developing a river trail for use as an outdoor classroom along the banks of the Marias des Cygnes River. The . . . read more
Building a trail to improve community health
A project of the Melvern PRIDE
Melvern is one of seven Kansas PRIDE committees that will receive $3,000 in grant funding to encourage healthy physical activity in the community. Specifically, the committee plans to use the funds to complete a local walking and biking . . . read more
Winning entries will be on display Feb. 11
OCCD Poster Contest
Nine Marais des Cygnes Valley student posters have received recognition in a poster, essay, and limerick contest sponsored by the Osage County Conservation District. Kathryn Vaught and Whitney Arb received a purple ribbon; Aspyn Fuller . . . read more
Melvern PRIDE earns award
Melvern was one of several Kansas communities -- ranging in population from 111 to 6,877 -- that was honored with a Kansas PRIDE Community of Excellence Award at the Kansas PRIDE Day 2007 in Junction City on September 29. Melvern has a . . . read more
Train Calendars For Sale
Sponsored by Melvern Pride
These calendars include 14 colored pages, a brief history of the Railroad Truss Bridge, and photos takes by Melvern area residents. Suggested price is $10.00. All proceeds benefit the Railroad Park Fund in Melvern. Calendars may be . . . read more
Osage County Crime Stoppers
1-877-OSCRIME / 1-877-672-7463
A group of law enforcement officials, city officials, and private citizens have joined together to establish a Crime Stoppers program for Osage County. The information number 1-877-OSCRIME can be dialed toll free, 24 hours a day to . . . read more
