Articles from the December 21, 2023 edition
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The Haxtun-Fleming Herald will be closed Friday, Dec. 22, 2023-Jan. 5, 2024
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Entertaining Elves
FLEMING PRESCHOOLERS (l-r), Cyrus Haynes, Vance Muller and Karlee Iseli perform in front of a large audience in the Fleming Performing Arts Program's "A Pirate Christmas" held Tuesday, Dec. 5 in the...
By County Commissioners approve 2024 budget
At the Dec. 8 and Dec. 15 Board of County Commissioners meetings, the Board considered requests from county staff; attended to contracts, personnel-related decisions and matters pertaining to the landfill; and addressed other miscellaneous items as...
Fleming Town Council passes several resolutions as well as budget
The Fleming Town Council held their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 13. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Stefan Betley at 6:30 p.m. The following council members were present: Cathy Castillo, Bill Langridge, Suzanne Wales, Alex...
Fuesz competes in Las Vegas
As a top-10 year-end money earner in the tie-down calf roping permit standings within the Professional Cowboys of America Association, Cash Fuesz participated in the Permit Finals held in Waco, Texas...
Under the Wire
The Christmas season is upon us. It’s a wonderful time of the year. Brightly lit Christmas trees surrounded by presents wrapped in colorful paper and bows join traditional school programs and c...
Fearless Faith
The creek north of the old place was still, silent and unmoving. Ice ledges intruded from the banks, enabled by low temperatures and periodic early winter snows. Steeply carved banks of overgrown brus... Full story
Son Up to Son Down
“That, my dear, is the last time you will get that picture.” This is the text message I received from my mom after I had sent her a photo of my oldest talking to Santa at the fire hall. In the photo,...
Strokes from other Pens
The Second Amendment The Right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. I’ll try to break this down so even a democrat can understand it. A right means it’s a God given right you were born with not a privilege handed down by the...
Strokes from Other Pens
Doc Tempel, It’s been four months without our beloved German Shepherd, Blade, and as we wind down for bed in our household — we continue to experience the oppressive grief of losing our pack leader. Most people would say that losing a dog is like los...
Times Past
13 Years Ago Jan. 4, 1939 Boys and young men who have an inclination or ambition toward the art of fisticuffs, will have the opportunity to demonstrate their talent at a smoker to be held at Haxtun Tu...
"Two Great Programs; One Healthier You" to be offered locally in 2024
Haxtun Health and Phillips County CSU Extension partner up to bring you Two Great Programs; One Healthier You, in 2024. Revitalize your New Year with a dynamic infusion of health and wellness! Haxtun Health and CSU Extension have joined forces to...
Tommy Thompson
Tommy Glenn Thompson, the son of Maurice Glenn Thompson and Effie Bernice (Colglazier) Thompson, passed away in Haxtun on Dec. 14, 2023 at the age of 87. He was born June 11, 1936 on the George... Full story
Lady Bulldogs wrap up first half of season at Holiday Tournament
The Lady Bulldogs wrapped up the pre-season schedule with the annual Holiday Tournament at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling last week. The team will be off for Christmas break until early Janua...
Bulldogs take 3rd place at NJC Tourney
The Bulldogs took third place in Northeastern Junior College’s annual Holiday Tournament last week. Haxtun wrapped up the first half of the season and will be on Christmas break until the team returns to the court the first week in January. Tournamen...
Lady Wildcats go 2-0 in Winter Hoops tourney
The Fleming Lady Wildcats went 2-0 last weekend at their annual Winter Hoops Tournament. The Lady Wildcats hosted Arickaree, Gilpin County and Flagler for Friday/Saturday action on the court. Last...
Fleming Wildcats finish weekend's play at 1-1
The Fleming Wildcats hosted Arickaree, Gilpin County and Flagler last weekend for a Winter Hoops Tournament. The Wildcats opened with a win over Flagler on Friday, but fell to Arickaree on Saturday. Friday’s match up with the Flagler Panthers played...
SCF boys' and girls' teams compete at Wray
On Saturday, Dec. 16, the Sedgwick County/Fleming wrestlers traveled to Wray to participate in the 61st annual Bob Smith Invitational. The team finished in fourth place out of 15 teams. Results from...
Fleming preschoolers request gifts
Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am three years old. This year, I have been good some of the time. What I would like most this Christmas is a domino stacker and a scooter. And I promise to leave out cookies for you! Merry Christmas, Santa! Love,...
Haxtun preschoolers prepare for Santa Claus' yearly visit
Dear Santa, I would like make-up and an Elsa dress. How are the reindeer? Oakley Bishop, 3 years old Dear Santa, I would like the new theater Paw Patrol toys, a charger for my watch and some cat food for Cheeto. Merry Christmas! Love, Hallie Hiller,...
Haxtun kindergartners send Christmas wishes to North Pole
Dear Santa, Can I please have a tooth brus that goes on and off? Love, Anna Dear Santa, Can I please have Cory Carson toys? Love, Lawsyn Dear Santa, Can I please have a snow dragon? Love, Titus Dear Santa, Can I Please have a CaLendaR? Love, Thomas...
Fleming kindergartners look forward to receiving annual Christmas gifts
Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? I would like a giant stuffy owl. How is Mrs. Clause? Lydia Gerk Dear Santa, How are the elves? I would like LOL doll. I like you. Emmy Dear Santa, How are the elves? What is your favorite cookie? I’d like a s...
Haxtun first graders offer Christmas gift ideas to Kris Kringle
Dear Santa, How are you? Is your sleigh ready? May I have nine 500 baseball packs? Thank you. Love, Easton Dear Santa, How are your elves doing? Can I ask for a golden shitch? Than you. Love, AJ Dear Santa How are. You and your family? Can I ask for...
First graders at Fleming Schools promise good behavior
Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I am proud because I have been helping mom and dad. I am working on dishes at home. For Christmas I would like a real horse. Love, Grady Dear Santa, How are you? I have been good for my mom and dad. I want for...
Haxtun second graders send questions and lists to Santa Claus
Dear Santa, Why do you allwas come on December? Thank you for the Venum toy you gave me last yer. I would like fortnight and some money $50. Have a merry Christmas! Your Friend, Ben Dear Santa, How did you make your workshop? Thank you for the...
