MEMORIES: 10 years ago
An annual tradition of the descendants of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Collett to gather for a Memorial Day weekend campout was disrupted by fire early Sunday morning while more than 40 relatives were sleeping in camper trailers and tents. At about 3 a.m., the campers were awakened by a fire in the attic of the old home. The house was completely destroyed by fire, including furniture stored there. Family members say they are fortunate in that there were no injuries, but they mourn the loss of the old home which was so meaningful to them all.
Heidi Zogelman of Florence has been named to the Wichita Youth Repertory Orchestra. She is the daughter of Nick and Sharon Zogelman. Florence Middle School teach Mike Connell said she is the first student in his 16 years in the district to be named to the orchestra.
1997 Miss Kansas, Lesley Moss of Hoxie, spoke to Centre elementary and high school student Friday, their last day of school. She presented a simple demonstration of how drinking, taking drugs, and having a bad attitude can keep an individual from reaching a goal.
Marion High School athletes will compete Friday and Saturday at the state track and field meet at Cessna Stadium, Wichita State University. Those participating include Meredith Moore, Ashley DeForest, Nicole Taylor, Jessica Moore, Josh Tajchman, Carrie Darrow, Hallie Bennett, Havi Wilcox, Chevon Beisel, Justin Hett, and Jerod Hett.
Friends of Herb and Joyce Jackson are reminded to mark their calendars for June 21. A reception will be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church to honor the Jacksons who are leaving June 29 for one year to teach students in China.
Florence Middle School student are recognized for academics, responsibility, and citizenship with an incentive award. Recent winners are Stacia Williams, Sarah Lowry, Heidi Zogelman, Jennifer Verbic, Cory Nelson, James Davis, Bronson Peterie, and Allison Wegerer.
