
HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. day event at Hutchinson Community College has gone online this year.

"Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community" will go live at 3 p.m. Sunday <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjOS-4DNkMM">on the college's Youtube channel</a>.

Video of the celebration will remain public following the Sunday premiere.

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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — 
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. day event at Hutchinson Community College has gone online this year."Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community" will go live at 3 p.m. Sunday <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjOS-4DNkMM">on the college's Youtube channel</a>. Video of the celebration will remain public following the Sunday premiere.

MLK day event at HutchCC online in 2021

By STEVE CARPENTER - Hutchinson CC Sports Information

Back in October, the Hutchinson Community College men's golf team received its first No. 1 ranking in program history in any poll.

The Blue Dragons reached No. 1 in a second poll on Friday as Hutchinson enters the 2021 spring season as the top-ranked team in the Bushnell/Golfweek Coaches' Pre-Spring Poll.

GolfStat placed the Blue Dragons No. 1 first when it posted its first national NJCAA Division I rankings of the season on October 14, 2020.

The Blue Dragons played three tournaments in the 2020 fall seasons. They finished no worse than fourth in two predominant NCAA Division II Tournament fields and then won the NJCAA National Preview at The Rawls Course, site of the 2021 NJCAA Championships in, in Lubbock, Texas.

The Blue Dragons set numerous team records and four different Hutch golfers posted career-low 54-hole scores in winning the National Preview.

Hutchinson received all seven first-place votes in the Bushnell/Golfweek Pre-Spring poll. Odessa College follows the Blue Dragons at No. 2. Then it's District III rival Indian Hills, Eastern Florida State and Midland College at Nos 3, 4 and 5.

Central Alabama, Iowa Western, Western Texas, McLennan and Jefferson State round out the Top 10.

The Blue Dragons were ranked fourth in the final fall Bushnell/Golfweek rankings. Midland was the previous No. 1 team.

Dodge City was receiving votes and was the only other team in the Jayhawk Conference to be listed in the Pre-Spring poll.

The Blue Dragons will open the 2021 spring season on the same course it hopes to finish – the Rawls Course in Lubbock. The Dragons will play at the Lubbock Christian University Chap Classic on March 8 and 9. Hutchinson will play five regular-season tournaments before the District III/Region VI Championships.

Hutch's three conference sites are at Colbert Hills in Manhattan (March 29), Sand Creek Station in Newton (April 12 and 13) and Crestview-South in Wichita (April 19-20). The District III/Region VI Championship will be at Crestview-North in Wichita (April 26-27) and the NJCAA Championships will be in Lubbock on May 10-13.

By STEVE CARPENTER - Hutchinson CC Sports InformationBack in October, the Hutchinson Community College men's golf team received its first No. 1 ranking in program history in any poll.The Blue Dragons reached No. 1 in a second poll on Friday as Hutchinson enters the 2021 spring season as the top-ranked team in the Bushnell/Golfweek Coaches' Pre-Spring Poll.GolfStat placed the Blue Dragons No. 1 first when it posted its first national NJCAA Division I rankings of the season on October 14, 2020.The Blue Dragons played three tournaments in the 2020 fall seasons. They finished no worse than fourth in two predominant NCAA Division II Tournament fields and then won the NJCAA National Preview at The Rawls Course, site of the 2021 NJCAA Championships in, in Lubbock, Texas.The Blue Dragons set numerous team records and four different Hutch golfers posted career-low 54-hole scores in winning the National Preview.Hutchinson received all seven first-place votes in the Bushnell/Golfweek Pre-Spring poll. Odessa College follows the Blue Dragons at No. 2. Then it's District III rival Indian Hills, Eastern Florida State and Midland College at Nos 3, 4 and 5.Central Alabama, Iowa Western, Western Texas, McLennan and Jefferson State round out the Top 10.The Blue Dragons were ranked fourth in the final fall Bushnell/Golfweek rankings. Midland was the previous No. 1 team.Dodge City was receiving votes and was the only other team in the Jayhawk Conference to be listed in the Pre-Spring poll.The Blue Dragons will open the 2021 spring season on the same course it hopes to finish – the Rawls Course in Lubbock. The Dragons will play at the Lubbock Christian University Chap Classic on March 8 and 9. Hutchinson will play five regular-season tournaments before the District III/Region VI Championships.Hutch's three conference sites are at Colbert Hills in Manhattan (March 29), Sand Creek Station in Newton (April 12 and 13) and Crestview-South in Wichita (April 19-20). The District III/Region VI Championship will be at Crestview-North in Wichita (April 26-27) and the NJCAA Championships will be in Lubbock on May 10-13.

HutchCC Golfers ranked No. 1 in Bushnell/Golfweek pre spring poll

Hutchinson, Kan. – The January meeting of the Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees began with the election of officers for the coming year. David Marshall was elected chairperson with Rod Calhoun assuming the role of vice chair.

Dave Mullins, Director of Business and Industry, reported that the College has been selected as a finalist in the Rethink Adult Ed Challenge. The Challenge invites adult education providers to design innovative and high-quality pre-apprenticeship programs — in any industry, anywhere in the United States. Winners will be announced summer 2021.

The Board received an update on the College’s strategic planning process, set its meeting dates for 2021 and also approved residence hall rates for the 2021-22 academic year.

The next meeting of the board will be Thursday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Shears Technology Center Justice Theater. The public is invited to attend.

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 </figure>Hutchinson, Kan. – The January meeting of the Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees began with the election of officers for the coming year. David Marshall was elected chairperson with Rod Calhoun assuming the role of vice chair.Dave Mullins, Director of Business and Industry, reported that the College has been selected as a finalist in the Rethink Adult Ed Challenge. The Challenge invites adult education providers to design innovative and high-quality pre-apprenticeship programs — in any industry, anywhere in the United States. Winners will be announced summer 2021.The Board received an update on the College’s strategic planning process, set its meeting dates for 2021 and also approved residence hall rates for the 2021-22 academic year.The next meeting of the board will be Thursday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Shears Technology Center Justice Theater. The public is invited to attend.

Board Elects New Leadership; HutchCC Finalist for National Award

Georgeanna Dott Chaffin Keesling, 77, of Hutchinson, passed away Jan. 12, 2021. She was born Dec. 6, 1943, in Liberal, to Paul and Zoeme (Morrell) Chaffin, of Moscow. She grew up on the farm south of Moscow.

Georgeanna attended Moscow Grade School, Hugoton Grade School, and Hugoton High School, graduating in 1961. She attended Lindenwood College for Women, St. Charles, Missouri, then Kansas University, graduating in 1966 in business administration.

Georgeanna worked for Shield of Shelter Insurance, Columbia, MO, as a farm fire underwriter and computer programmer for three years. She then worked for Illinois State University, Normal, IL, as a computer programmer for five years. Georgeanna then worked for Eaton (Cessna), Hutchinson, as a computer programmer, retiring in 2001 after 25 years.

On November 25, 1994, she married George Keesling, at Tenth Street Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

Georgeanna was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Rainbow for Girls, Alpha Delta Pi Social Sorority, and a lifetime member of the Eastern Star.

After George retired in 2002, they spent their winters in Del Rio, Texas. George fished and Georgeanna taught line dancing lessons. They also started helping with the wheat and corn harvests in Moscow. They went camping and four-wheeling with their neighbors. Sometimes as many as five campers would head off to Colorado, Missouri, or Oklahoma.

She is survived by husband, George Keesling, Hutchinson; niece, Lisa (Randy) Wilson, Colby; nephew, Eric (Gina) Fox, Rockwall, TX; brother-in-law, Robert Fox, Moscow; great-nieces, Cassie Cole, Gabby Wilson; great-nephews, Christian Wilson, Max Fox; great-great-nephew and niece, Emmett and Reese Cole; step sons, Dennis (Wynell) Keesling, Sheridan, WY, Roger (Donna Peterson) Keesling, Starkville, MS, Lyle Keesling, Tuscon, AZ, James Keesling, Fredericksburg, VA; ten step grandchildren, 15 step great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Georgeanna was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Paula Fox; and uncle, Grant Morrell.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Larry Brock officiating. To view the service online visit Georgeanna's obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website, the link will appear 30 minutes before service time. Burial will follow in Burrton Cemetery. Friends may call 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Faith United Methodist Church or Delos V. Smith Senior Center, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Georgeanna Dott Chaffin Keesling, 77, of Hutchinson, passed away Jan. 12, 2021. She was born Dec. 6, 1943, in Liberal, to Paul and Zoeme (Morrell) Chaffin, of Moscow. She grew up on the farm south of Moscow.Georgeanna attended Moscow Grade School, Hugoton Grade School, and Hugoton High School, graduating in 1961. She attended Lindenwood College for Women, St. Charles, Missouri, then Kansas University, graduating in 1966 in business administration.Georgeanna worked for Shield of Shelter Insurance, Columbia, MO, as a farm fire underwriter and computer programmer for three years. She then worked for Illinois State University, Normal, IL, as a computer programmer for five years. Georgeanna then worked for Eaton (Cessna), Hutchinson, as a computer programmer, retiring in 2001 after 25 years.On November 25, 1994, she married George Keesling, at Tenth Street Methodist Church, Hutchinson.Georgeanna was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Rainbow for Girls, Alpha Delta Pi Social Sorority, and a lifetime member of the Eastern Star.After George retired in 2002, they spent their winters in Del Rio, Texas. George fished and Georgeanna taught line dancing lessons. They also started helping with the wheat and corn harvests in Moscow. They went camping and four-wheeling with their neighbors. Sometimes as many as five campers would head off to Colorado, Missouri, or Oklahoma.She is survived by husband, George Keesling, Hutchinson; niece, Lisa (Randy) Wilson, Colby; nephew, Eric (Gina) Fox, Rockwall, TX; brother-in-law, Robert Fox, Moscow; great-nieces, Cassie Cole, Gabby Wilson; great-nephews, Christian Wilson, Max Fox; great-great-nephew and niece, Emmett and Reese Cole; step sons, Dennis (Wynell) Keesling, Sheridan, WY, Roger (Donna Peterson) Keesling, Starkville, MS, Lyle Keesling, Tuscon, AZ, James Keesling, Fredericksburg, VA; ten step grandchildren, 15 step great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.Georgeanna was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Paula Fox; and uncle, Grant Morrell.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Larry Brock officiating. To view the service online visit Georgeanna's obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website, the link will appear 30 minutes before service time. Burial will follow in Burrton Cemetery. Friends may call 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Faith United Methodist Church or Delos V. Smith Senior Center, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Georgeanna Dott Keesling | 1943 - 2021 |

Darlene L. Richardson, 79, of Hutchinson, died Jan. 11, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born June 21, 1941, in San Diego, California, to Manuel and Louise (Azevedo) Vierra.

Darlene was a graduate of Chula Vista High School and James Hall College of Beauty, San Diego. She moved to the Midwest in 1962, and has been a resident of Hutchinson for many decades. Darlene retired from USD 308, where she last served as a paraprofessional for students with learning disabilities. In her retirement, she taught water aerobics at the YMCA. Darlene was a member of Church of the Holy Cross Catholic Church and St. Anne’s Circle. Additionally, she was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, TOPS, and formerly volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children needing help navigating the court system.

On October 6, 1962, Darlene married Chester "Chet" W. Richardson, in San Diego. He survives the home.

Other survivors include daughter, Tama (Kevin) Wagner, St. Joseph, MO; son, Don (Merlin) Richardson, Wichita; son, Eric Richardson, Nickerson; sister, Sharon (Glen) White, Chula Vista, CA; brother, Melvin (Tylie) Vierra, Bonita, CA; sister-in-law, LaDonna Pegram; brother-in-law, Bud (Linda) Richardson; five grandchildren, Katherine (Corey) Sanders, Mitchell (Heather) Wagner, Joshua, Sophia, and Isabella Richardson; eight great-grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews who were all very special to her; and a large extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws, Donald and Wilma Richardson; and niece, Glenda.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 a.m., both at Church of the Holy Cross, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. To view service online visit the “Holy Cross Catholic, Hutchinson” YouTube Channel. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Church of the Holy Cross or the YMCA, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Darlene L. Richardson, 79, of Hutchinson, died Jan. 11, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born June 21, 1941, in San Diego, California, to Manuel and Louise (Azevedo) Vierra.Darlene was a graduate of Chula Vista High School and James Hall College of Beauty, San Diego. She moved to the Midwest in 1962, and has been a resident of Hutchinson for many decades. Darlene retired from USD 308, where she last served as a paraprofessional for students with learning disabilities. In her retirement, she taught water aerobics at the YMCA. Darlene was a member of Church of the Holy Cross Catholic Church and St. Anne’s Circle. Additionally, she was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, TOPS, and formerly volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children needing help navigating the court system.On October 6, 1962, Darlene married Chester "Chet" W. Richardson, in San Diego. He survives the home.Other survivors include daughter, Tama (Kevin) Wagner, St. Joseph, MO; son, Don (Merlin) Richardson, Wichita; son, Eric Richardson, Nickerson; sister, Sharon (Glen) White, Chula Vista, CA; brother, Melvin (Tylie) Vierra, Bonita, CA; sister-in-law, LaDonna Pegram; brother-in-law, Bud (Linda) Richardson; five grandchildren, Katherine (Corey) Sanders, Mitchell (Heather) Wagner, Joshua, Sophia, and Isabella Richardson; eight great-grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews who were all very special to her; and a large extended family.She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws, Donald and Wilma Richardson; and niece, Glenda.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 a.m., both at Church of the Holy Cross, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. To view service online visit the “Holy Cross Catholic, Hutchinson” YouTube Channel. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Church of the Holy Cross or the YMCA, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Darlene Louise Richardson | 1941 - 2021 |

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — The HutchCC Board of Trustees will discuss two new positions within
the college during Thursday’s agenda session. The Board will consider adopting
the new position of Associate Director of Business and Industry. 

The new
position will act as a representative of the college that will work with
Kansas Manufacturing Solutions to help provide training, consulting and support
to industry in south central Kansas.

The other is
a new CDL training instructor. The instructor will provide the training and
instruction for students interested in obtaining their commercial driver’s
license.

Also on Thursday, the board will take care of some housekeeping duties to start the new year
and set dates for meetings for the calendar year. 

Thursday’s
meeting of the HutchCC Board of Trustees begins at 7 p.m. at the Shears
Technology Center. 

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Kan. — The HutchCC Board of Trustees will discuss two new positions within
the college during Thursday’s agenda session. The Board will consider adopting
the new position of Associate Director of Business and Industry. The new
position will act as a representative of the college that will work with
Kansas Manufacturing Solutions to help provide training, consulting and support
to industry in south central Kansas.The other is
a new CDL training instructor. The instructor will provide the training and
instruction for students interested in obtaining their commercial driver’s
license.Also on Thursday, the board will take care of some housekeeping duties to start the new year
and set dates for meetings for the calendar year. Thursday’s
meeting of the HutchCC Board of Trustees begins at 7 p.m. at the Shears
Technology Center.

HutchCC BOT to consider two new positions


HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — HutchCC President Carter File feels good about how many kids coming out of high school are making decisions to attend there.

"Our traditional aged enrollment has been real steady," File said. "Year over year, we're down slightly, but its not falling off a cliff like it has at some other community colleges across the country."

"I think some of the unsettledness around the COVID-19 virus and whether people are going to get called back to work, what their jobs are going to look like when they come back has impacted some of our adult learners," File said. "They're waiting it out and seeing."

With that said, no matter which way the economy turns in 2021, File likes the college's position.

"We're very well positioned to help adult learners if they want to get into a new career," File said. "If they want to take a short-term certificate, nine months, one year and change the industry they are in or change their career trajectory."

HutchCC is also an economical option for those students who are coming out of high school and know they want a four year degree but don't yet know from where or in what, as students can get prerequisites out of the way for much less than they can at many four year schools.

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NICK GOSNELL
Hutch
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HUTCHINSON,
Kan. — HutchCC President Carter File feels good about how many kids coming out of high school are making decisions to attend there."Our traditional aged enrollment has been real steady," File said. "Year over year, we're down slightly, but its not falling off a cliff like it has at some other community colleges across the country."The same is not true for adult learners."I think some of the unsettledness around the COVID-19 virus and whether people are going to get called back to work, what their jobs are going to look like when they come back has impacted some of our adult learners," File said. "They're waiting it out and seeing."With that said, no matter which way the economy turns in 2021, File likes the college's position."We're very well positioned to help adult learners if they want to get into a new career," File said. "If they want to take a short-term certificate, nine months, one year and change the industry they are in or change their career trajectory."HutchCC is also an economical option for those students who are coming out of high school and know they want a four year degree but don't yet know from where or in what, as students can get prerequisites out of the way for much less than they can at many four year schools.

HutchCC president pleased with direction of college in spite of pandemic

Ruth Marie Schrag, 83, passed away January 9, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born December 15, 1937, in Castleton, to Daniel B. and Esther Edith (Stucky) Schrag.

Ruth graduated from Adela Hale Business College, Hutchinson, and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Grace University, Omaha, NE.&nbsp; Prior to her retirement, Ruth was the Secretary to the Registrar and became Assistant Registrar at Grace University. She served with Stonecroft Women’s ministries. Ruth was a long-time member of First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie, serving as a Sunday school teacher, helping with AWANA, and participated in the women’s group at the church.

She is survived by her sisters, Betty Harder, Polli Schrag, Leona Schrag, and Rosi (Don) Pahl; nephews, Jon (Amy) Pahl and Nate (Kimbra) Pahl; great-nephews, Caleb, Ryan, Cohen, and Finley Pahl; great-nieces, Ashley and Adleigh Pahl; aunt, Ellen Stucky; uncles, Ben Friesen, Harold Kaufman, and John Pauls; and numerous cousins, relatives, and friends.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dorothy Schrag; and brother-in-law, Harold Harder.

Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at First Mennonite Church, 1718 W. Pretty Prairie Road, Pretty Prairie, with Pastor Everett Schultz and Dr. Don Pahl officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The wearing of masks will be left to the discretion of those attending the funeral service. The funeral service can be viewed by going to the church’s <a href="http://www.fmcprettyprairie.org">website</a>. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Gideons International or Stonecroft Women’s Club, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Ruth Marie Schrag, 83, passed away January 9, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born December 15, 1937, in Castleton, to Daniel B. and Esther Edith (Stucky) Schrag.Ruth graduated from Adela Hale Business College, Hutchinson, and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Grace University, Omaha, NE.&nbsp; Prior to her retirement, Ruth was the Secretary to the Registrar and became Assistant Registrar at Grace University. She served with Stonecroft Women’s ministries. Ruth was a long-time member of First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie, serving as a Sunday school teacher, helping with AWANA, and participated in the women’s group at the church.She is survived by her sisters, Betty Harder, Polli Schrag, Leona Schrag, and Rosi (Don) Pahl; nephews, Jon (Amy) Pahl and Nate (Kimbra) Pahl; great-nephews, Caleb, Ryan, Cohen, and Finley Pahl; great-nieces, Ashley and Adleigh Pahl; aunt, Ellen Stucky; uncles, Ben Friesen, Harold Kaufman, and John Pauls; and numerous cousins, relatives, and friends.Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dorothy Schrag; and brother-in-law, Harold Harder.Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at First Mennonite Church, 1718 W. Pretty Prairie Road, Pretty Prairie, with Pastor Everett Schultz and Dr. Don Pahl officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The wearing of masks will be left to the discretion of those attending the funeral service. The funeral service can be viewed by going to the church’s <a href="http://www.fmcprettyprairie.org">website</a>. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Gideons International or Stonecroft Women’s Club, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Ruth Marie Schrag | 1937 - 2021 |

Arthur Richardson Smith, 63, passed away on January 6, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1957, in Takoma Park, MD, to John Coventry Smith, Jr. and Barbara Polley Smith. On January 12, 1996, Arthur married Mary ‘Chris’ Ediger in Wichita. They shared almost 25 years of marriage.

He was passionate about education and was, himself, a lifelong learner.&nbsp; Arthur graduated from Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD, in 1975.&nbsp; He graduated from Earlham College in Richmond, IN, and then received a master’s degree from Friends University in Wichita, KS. Arthur was proud of his work as the Executive Director for Faculty Affairs at Southwestern College Professional Studies in Winfield, KS, and shared his passion for education with both students and faculty, as he was a fierce advocate for both.

Arthur enjoyed photography and watching wildlife. He and his wife, Chris, regularly volunteered at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in Strong City, KS, participating in butterfly counts, bird watching, and habitat preservation projects. Arthur was also very family-oriented and known for being purposeful in his family relationships.

He is survived by his wife, Mary ‘Chris’ Smith of Pretty Prairie; son and daughter-in-law, Duncan and Bridget Hopewell of Irving, TX; father, John Coventry Smith, Jr. and his wife Sheila Ciampi of Largo and Naples, FL; brother and sister-in-law, David Smith and Jana Leslie of Durango, CO; and grandchildren, Tobias and Piper Hopewell.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Polley Smith.

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Given his great concern for the health of his family and friends, no services are planned at this time. A memorial service will be held at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Arthur Richardson Smith, 63, passed away on January 6, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1957, in Takoma Park, MD, to John Coventry Smith, Jr. and Barbara Polley Smith. On January 12, 1996, Arthur married Mary ‘Chris’ Ediger in Wichita. They shared almost 25 years of marriage.He was passionate about education and was, himself, a lifelong learner.&nbsp; Arthur graduated from Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD, in 1975.&nbsp; He graduated from Earlham College in Richmond, IN, and then received a master’s degree from Friends University in Wichita, KS. Arthur was proud of his work as the Executive Director for Faculty Affairs at Southwestern College Professional Studies in Winfield, KS, and shared his passion for education with both students and faculty, as he was a fierce advocate for both.Arthur enjoyed photography and watching wildlife. He and his wife, Chris, regularly volunteered at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in Strong City, KS, participating in butterfly counts, bird watching, and habitat preservation projects. Arthur was also very family-oriented and known for being purposeful in his family relationships.He is survived by his wife, Mary ‘Chris’ Smith of Pretty Prairie; son and daughter-in-law, Duncan and Bridget Hopewell of Irving, TX; father, John Coventry Smith, Jr. and his wife Sheila Ciampi of Largo and Naples, FL; brother and sister-in-law, David Smith and Jana Leslie of Durango, CO; and grandchildren, Tobias and Piper Hopewell.He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Polley Smith.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Given his great concern for the health of his family and friends, no services are planned at this time. A memorial service will be held at a future date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Arthur Richardson Smith | 1957 - 2021 |

Glenn Biberstein, 89, passed away peacefully January 5, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita. He was born June 8, 1931, in Anthony, to Glenn and Zenith (Stolebarger) Biberstein.

Glenn graduated from Attica High School in 1948, Southwestern College in 1957, and received his master’s in Music Education from Wichita State University.

On July 30, 1954, he married the love of his life, Patricia Herrin, in Mount Hope. They shared 66 years of marriage.

Glenn proudly served in the United States Air Force as a navigator from 1953-1956. He was a member of the Kansas Air National Guard for over 30 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Glenn taught vocal music for 36 years in Conway Springs, Emporia, Sherman and Liberty Junior High, and various elementary schools in Hutchinson. He was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Doers Sunday school class, Chancel Choir, and Methodist Men. Glenn was also active in the community, serving as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #313, and belonging to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Toastmasters, and Lions Club. He was also a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels.

Above all else, Glenn loved his family with great devotion. He and Pat would travel all over Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri to attend soccer games, swim meets, tennis matches, dance recitals, concerts, or any other activity in which their children or grandchildren were involved. Family gatherings, vacations, and holidays were times Glenn always looked forward to and loved. Family was everything to him. He loved spending time together with them and would reminisce about the wonderful memories.

Glenn is survived by wife, Patricia Biberstein. Hutchinson; children, Greg (Denise) Biberstein, Manhattan, Glynda (Dan) McKenna, Hutchinson, Gary (Ali) Biberstein, Frisco, TX, and Gerry Biberstein, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Andrew (Colby) Biberstein, Houston, TX, Peter (Christina) Biberstein, Denver, CO, Maggie Biberstein, Lawrence, Megan McKenna, Galva, Kristen (Derek) Beeghly, Hutchinson, Matthew McKenna, Hutchinson, Amberly Biberstein, Batesburg, SC, Grant (Lysette) Biberstein, Austin, TX, Abby Biberstein, Stephenville, TX, Hannah Spivey, Frisco, TX, and Andrew Owens, Frisco, TX; and great-grandchildren, Bryson, Ellie, and Benjamin.&nbsp;

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Carol McGee and Zenith Holmstrom.

Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. A celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at a later date. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Honor Flight or Trinity United Methodist Church (for the &nbsp;Stan Kenton Brass Concert), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Glenn Biberstein, 89, passed away peacefully January 5, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita. He was born June 8, 1931, in Anthony, to Glenn and Zenith (Stolebarger) Biberstein.Glenn graduated from Attica High School in 1948, Southwestern College in 1957, and received his master’s in Music Education from Wichita State University.On July 30, 1954, he married the love of his life, Patricia Herrin, in Mount Hope. They shared 66 years of marriage.Glenn proudly served in the United States Air Force as a navigator from 1953-1956. He was a member of the Kansas Air National Guard for over 30 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.Glenn taught vocal music for 36 years in Conway Springs, Emporia, Sherman and Liberty Junior High, and various elementary schools in Hutchinson. He was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Doers Sunday school class, Chancel Choir, and Methodist Men. Glenn was also active in the community, serving as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #313, and belonging to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Toastmasters, and Lions Club. He was also a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels.Above all else, Glenn loved his family with great devotion. He and Pat would travel all over Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri to attend soccer games, swim meets, tennis matches, dance recitals, concerts, or any other activity in which their children or grandchildren were involved. Family gatherings, vacations, and holidays were times Glenn always looked forward to and loved. Family was everything to him. He loved spending time together with them and would reminisce about the wonderful memories.Glenn is survived by wife, Patricia Biberstein. Hutchinson; children, Greg (Denise) Biberstein, Manhattan, Glynda (Dan) McKenna, Hutchinson, Gary (Ali) Biberstein, Frisco, TX, and Gerry Biberstein, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Andrew (Colby) Biberstein, Houston, TX, Peter (Christina) Biberstein, Denver, CO, Maggie Biberstein, Lawrence, Megan McKenna, Galva, Kristen (Derek) Beeghly, Hutchinson, Matthew McKenna, Hutchinson, Amberly Biberstein, Batesburg, SC, Grant (Lysette) Biberstein, Austin, TX, Abby Biberstein, Stephenville, TX, Hannah Spivey, Frisco, TX, and Andrew Owens, Frisco, TX; and great-grandchildren, Bryson, Ellie, and Benjamin.&nbsp;Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Carol McGee and Zenith Holmstrom.Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. A celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at a later date. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Honor Flight or Trinity United Methodist Church (for the &nbsp;Stan Kenton Brass Concert), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Glenn J. Biberstein | 1931 - 2021 |

USD 308's Horizon Award winners announced

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After being away for more than a month, students will be returning to the HutchCC campus on Monday. The good news is that enrollment is up over last spring.

“We’re moving forward, ready to start classes next Monday morning,” spokesperson Denny Stoecklein said. “Enrollment credit hours are up about one and a half percent over what they were last spring.”

Stoecklein says he attributes the increase to students wanting to learn from home as opposed to learning on campus at a bigger school, but being limited to a virtual format, something that was expected if the pandemic continued.

“Some of the feedback we were hearing in the fall . . . students who were perhaps at a four-year (college) and spending time at the four-year but doing everything online shared that they may look to come back home and take classes from us instead of spending dollars at another institution,” Stoecklein said.&nbsp;

Stoecklein says that he hasn’t broken down the areas of study for students for the spring semester, but did note that the vocational programs offered at the college will be busy again this year.

“We’re hearing that,” Stoecklein said. “As a matter of fact, this morning (Thursday) we were on a conference call with a few of us and an employer out of&nbsp; McPherson said that&nbsp; business is great, we just need bodies. We need people. And that’s not an uncommon thing we hear.”

Stoecklein says that while most community colleges saw enrollment drop by 7%, HutchCC's enrollment loss was less than 2%.

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HutchCC gearing up for spring semester

Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall, 92, passed away Jan. 6, 2021, at Legend of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 18, 1928, in Boise City, OK, the daughter of Walter L. and Ethel (Fry) Guin.

Millie attended the Boise City schools and graduated high school in 1946. The next year she enrolled in Northwestern State College in Alva, OK. She was a member of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. During her junior year, she was talked into accepting a blind date by her roommate. His name was Don Hall and he was a college basketball player. At the end of the next year, they were married on April 9, 1946 and graduated college together. They were married for 61 years. He passed away in 2011. She taught high school business for 32 years in the Rolla and Liberal, KS. high schools. After retirement, they spent the winters in their home in Mission, TX., and summers in their home in Hutchinson.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; and her sister, Orpha Weaver.

Survivors include her children, Lary Hall and wife Debbie of Hutchinson and Montie Hall and wife, Lori of Grapevine, TX; six grandchildren, Ryan Hall and wife Laura of Overland Park, KS, Nathan Hall and wife Kristi of Wichita, KS, Kimberly Kinsella and husband Michael of Prior Lake, MN, Alex, Ivy, and Lily Hall of Grapevine, TX; and six great grandchildren, Andrew, Caroline, Olivia, Samuel, Harrison and Emerson Hall.

There will be no public visitation. A private family service will be held at11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made to Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund or Ronald McDonald House and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall, 92, passed away Jan. 6, 2021, at Legend of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 18, 1928, in Boise City, OK, the daughter of Walter L. and Ethel (Fry) Guin.Millie attended the Boise City schools and graduated high school in 1946. The next year she enrolled in Northwestern State College in Alva, OK. She was a member of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. During her junior year, she was talked into accepting a blind date by her roommate. His name was Don Hall and he was a college basketball player. At the end of the next year, they were married on April 9, 1946 and graduated college together. They were married for 61 years. He passed away in 2011. She taught high school business for 32 years in the Rolla and Liberal, KS. high schools. After retirement, they spent the winters in their home in Mission, TX., and summers in their home in Hutchinson.Millie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; and her sister, Orpha Weaver.Survivors include her children, Lary Hall and wife Debbie of Hutchinson and Montie Hall and wife, Lori of Grapevine, TX; six grandchildren, Ryan Hall and wife Laura of Overland Park, KS, Nathan Hall and wife Kristi of Wichita, KS, Kimberly Kinsella and husband Michael of Prior Lake, MN, Alex, Ivy, and Lily Hall of Grapevine, TX; and six great grandchildren, Andrew, Caroline, Olivia, Samuel, Harrison and Emerson Hall.There will be no public visitation. A private family service will be held at11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made to Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund or Ronald McDonald House and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall | 1928 - 2021 |

Laura Jean Popp, 93, passed away Jan. 4, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital, Wichita. She was born July 1, 1927, on a farm near Buhler, to Heinrich ‘Henry’ Garfield Koehn and Elisabeth Marie (Esau) Koehn. Following her father’s death, she moved with her mother and four siblings into a home built by her uncle in the town of Buhler.

Laura was a 1945 graduate of Buhler High School, and received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree from Wichita State University, at the age of 60, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Although she lost her father at age three, Laura followed his profession in education as a speech therapy assistant in the Haven School system, and as an instructor in the GED program at Hutchinson Community College. Especially dear to her heart was teaching English as a Second Language. Laura had a lifelong passion for music, playing saxophone in a community band, and oboe and bassoon in orchestra in her early years. Throughout her lifetime, she was a pianist, church organist, and symphony supporter as a member of the Women’s Association of the Wichita Symphony. Laura was a member of the Reno County Democratic Women’s Club, and a long-time member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

On July 1, 1945, she married Eugene ‘Gene’ Russell Popp. They raised their four children on the family farm near Haven, and shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to his death on May 9, 2006.

Laura is survived by her children, Gary Eugene Popp of Hutchinson, Debra (John) DeNicola of New York City, NY, and Pamela (Tom Lynn) Schaffer of Wichita; daughter-in-law, Rennie Popp of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Jake DeNicola, Vanessa Canova, Jessica Schaffer, and Stefanie Worrell; and great-grandson, Harlan Canova.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and son, Larry Allan Popp.

Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Laurel Cemetery, rural Haven, with Pastor Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp;

Friends may call (the family will not be present), from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, and 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Cancer Council of Reno County, or the Wichita Symphony, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Laura Jean Popp, 93, passed away Jan. 4, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital, Wichita. She was born July 1, 1927, on a farm near Buhler, to Heinrich ‘Henry’ Garfield Koehn and Elisabeth Marie (Esau) Koehn. Following her father’s death, she moved with her mother and four siblings into a home built by her uncle in the town of Buhler.Laura was a 1945 graduate of Buhler High School, and received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree from Wichita State University, at the age of 60, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Although she lost her father at age three, Laura followed his profession in education as a speech therapy assistant in the Haven School system, and as an instructor in the GED program at Hutchinson Community College. Especially dear to her heart was teaching English as a Second Language. Laura had a lifelong passion for music, playing saxophone in a community band, and oboe and bassoon in orchestra in her early years. Throughout her lifetime, she was a pianist, church organist, and symphony supporter as a member of the Women’s Association of the Wichita Symphony. Laura was a member of the Reno County Democratic Women’s Club, and a long-time member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.On July 1, 1945, she married Eugene ‘Gene’ Russell Popp. They raised their four children on the family farm near Haven, and shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to his death on May 9, 2006.Laura is survived by her children, Gary Eugene Popp of Hutchinson, Debra (John) DeNicola of New York City, NY, and Pamela (Tom Lynn) Schaffer of Wichita; daughter-in-law, Rennie Popp of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Jake DeNicola, Vanessa Canova, Jessica Schaffer, and Stefanie Worrell; and great-grandson, Harlan Canova.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and son, Larry Allan Popp.Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Laurel Cemetery, rural Haven, with Pastor Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp;Friends may call (the family will not be present), from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, and 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Cancer Council of Reno County, or the Wichita Symphony, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Laura Koehn Popp | 1927 - 2021 |

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — While many businesses have been hurt by the pandemic, many manufacturers have recovered and are still struggling to find workers. Tucky Allen with Kansas Workforce says, outside of Wichita, manufacturers are looking for employees again. But it hasn’t been easy.

“It’s still a struggle to find good skilled labor that fits,” Allen said. “But I think they’re all hiring for the most part . . . all is pretty good, it’s just a matter of finding the people.”

Allen says some area residents have been staying on unemployment under the current COVID relief program, but that will change soon.

“The thing I see in this is it’s going to end on March 13th, so that’s what we need to be telling job seekers,” Allen said. “It’s time to get back to work.”

Allen says if you are considering moving into the industry workforce, there is financial help for you to learn a new skill.

“The ones that are laid off . . . they will qualify for WOIA (Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act) funding where they can go back and we can help fund the cost of short-term in-demand training,” Allen said. “Those certificate programs at community colleges and short-term training programs there, they fit perfectly.”

KansasWorks will be hosting several statewide virtual job fairs in the coming months, with the first being held Jan. 26 through Jan. 28. Employers throughout the state of Kansas are invited to participate. The event will be promoted through KansasWorks as well as social media sites to attract a large number of job seekers.

There is no cost to participate. To register for this event, contact Tucky Allen at 316-303-2906 or <a href="mailto:tucky@kansasworkforceone.org">tucky@kansasworkforceone.org</a>.

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 </figure>By ROD ZOOKHutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — While many businesses have been hurt by the pandemic, many manufacturers have recovered and are still struggling to find workers. Tucky Allen with Kansas Workforce says, outside of Wichita, manufacturers are looking for employees again. But it hasn’t been easy.“It’s still a struggle to find good skilled labor that fits,” Allen said. “But I think they’re all hiring for the most part . . . all is pretty good, it’s just a matter of finding the people.”Allen says some area residents have been staying on unemployment under the current COVID relief program, but that will change soon.“The thing I see in this is it’s going to end on March 13th, so that’s what we need to be telling job seekers,” Allen said. “It’s time to get back to work.”Allen says if you are considering moving into the industry workforce, there is financial help for you to learn a new skill.“The ones that are laid off . . . they will qualify for WOIA (Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act) funding where they can go back and we can help fund the cost of short-term in-demand training,” Allen said. “Those certificate programs at community colleges and short-term training programs there, they fit perfectly.”KansasWorks will be hosting several statewide virtual job fairs in the coming months, with the first being held Jan. 26 through Jan. 28. Employers throughout the state of Kansas are invited to participate. The event will be promoted through KansasWorks as well as social media sites to attract a large number of job seekers.There is no cost to participate. To register for this event, contact Tucky Allen at 316-303-2906 or <a href="mailto:tucky@kansasworkforceone.org">tucky@kansasworkforceone.org</a>.

Area industry looking for workers again

TOPEKA, Kan.—Due to COVID19 changes in the postseason structure have been made by the Executive Board.&nbsp; Sub-state assignments were released this week and are listed below.

Classes 1A-DI and 1A-D2 will be grouped geographically into groups of six or seven schools. Playing dates are February 25 and 26 for quarterfinal contests at the higher seed. Semi-finals and finals will be played at the primary site on March 4, 5, 6.

Classes 2A and 3A will be grouped geographically into groups of eight schools. Playing dates are March 1, 2, 4, 5, 6. Quarterfinal games will be played at the higher seeded team on March 1 and 2. Semi-finals and finals will be played at the primary site.

Classes 4A, 5A and 6A will be grouped geographically into groups of four or five schools. The groups that have 5 teams will play the #4 vs. #5 seed game on Saturday, February 27. Semi-final games will be played on Tuesday, March 2 and Wednesday, March 3 at the higher seeded team. Finals will be played on Friday, March 5 and Saturday, March 6. State quarterfinal games will be played on Monday, March 8 and Tuesday, March 9 at school sites. Four teams will advance to the state sites.

KSHSAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SERIES

Class 6A – Wichita, Koch Arena, Wichita State University, Tyler Kremzar, Manager

Class 5A – Emporia, White Auditorium, Tom McEvoy, Manager

Class 4A – Salina, Tony’s Pizza Events Center, Kasey Hanney, Manager

Class 3A – Hutchinson, Sports Arena, Steven Kappenman, Manager

Class 2A – Manhattan, Bramlage Coliseum, Kansas State University, Karen Hibbard, Manager

Class 1A Division I – Dodge City, United Wireless Arena, Shawn Steiner, Manager

Class 1A Division II – Great Bend, Barton County Community College, Trevor Rolfs, Manager

(*Indicates Boys Team Only, **Indicates Girls Team)

Following are the sites, managers and assignments for girls and boys sub-state basketball tournaments. The Kansas State

High School Activities Association and its member schools sponsor these tournaments for the girls and boys in the state of

CLASS 1A - DIVISON I AND II TOURNAMENT FORMAT

Class 1A-DI will have 54 schools and Class 1A-DII will have 53 schools per class. These schools will conduct 8 sub-state

tournaments of six or seven schools. Grouping are based on a geographical basis after host sites are determined.

Seeding will be completed on Saturday, February 20 at 10:00 AM.

Brackets will be posted on the KSHSAA website after they are verified.

Groups will be numbered one through eight.

Thursday, February 25, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.

Friday, February 26, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.

Thursday, March 4, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls will play semifinal contests at the sub-state host site.

Friday, March 5, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys will play semifinal games at the sub-state host site.

Saturday, March 6, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls and boys will play final games at the sub-state host to determine which school advances to the state tournament. *Game times will be in the afternoon.

Monday, March 8 – Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site provided

the site meets the KSHSAA guidelines. Quarterfinal state games will be played at the higher seeded team of group

1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM.

Tuesday, March 9 – Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site provided

1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM

Four teams from each gender will be seeded and state semi-final games will be played at the state site on

Thursday, March 11 (Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls) and Friday, March 12 (Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys)

Championship games will be played on Saturday, March 13. Times – TBD

No 3rd place games will be played. Third place trophies &amp; medals will be awarded to the two teams not advancing to the championship game.

 Argonia, Attica, Cunningham, Hutchinson-Central Christian, Kiowa-South Barber, South Haven, Stafford

Ashland, Deerfield, Fowler, Moscow, Rolla, Rozel-Pawnee Heights

Dighton, Grainfield/Wheatland-Grinnell, Otis-Bison, Sharon Springs-Wallace County,

Tribune-Greeley County, Weskan, WPH (Ransom-Western Plains &amp; Healy)

#4 Rexford-Golden Plains – Travis Smith, Manager

Almena-Northern Valley, Bird City-Cheylin, Logan/Palco, Rexford-Golden Plains, St. Francis, Winona-Triplains/Brewster

Axtell, Hanover, Linn, Randolph-Blue Valley, Scandia-Pike Valley, Wetmore

Beloit-St. John’s/Tipton, *Junction City-St. Xavier, Natoma, Southern Cloud, Tescott, Wakefield, Wilson

Burrton, Central Plains, Chase, Hartford, Lost Springs-Centre, McPherson-Elyria, *Peabody-Burns

#8 St. Paul – Keaton McCracken, Manager

Buffalo-Altoona Midway, Chetopa, LeRoy-Southern Coffey County, Marais Des Cygnes Valley, Moran-Marmaton Valley, St. Paul, Waverly

Ingalls, Jetmore-Hodgeman County, Kinsley, LaCrosse, Ness City, Quinter, Victoria

Atwood-Rawlins County, Downs-Lakeside, Kensington-Thunder Ridge, Mankato-Rock Hills,

Oberlin-Decatur Community, Osborne, Stockton

#3 Greensburg-Kiowa County – Brian Deterding, Manager

Bucklin, Coldwater-South Central, Greensburg-Kiowa County, Meade, Minneola, MontezumaSouth Gray, Satanta

Caldwell, Langdon-Fairfield, Macksville, Norwich, Pratt-Skyline, Pretty Prairie, St. John-Hudson

#5 Canton-Galva – Larry O’Connor, Manager

Canton-Galva, Goessel, Lincoln, Little River, Rural Vista, Solomon, Sylvan Grove-Sylvan-Lucas Unified

Centralia, Clyde-Clifton-Clyde, Frankfort, Highland-Doniphan West, Jackson Heights, Onaga, Troy

Burlingame, Colony-Crest, Lebo, Madison/Hamilton, Olpe, Topeka-Cair Paravel

#8 Rosalia-Flinthills – Daniel Scribner, Manager

Burden-Central, Oswego, Oxford, Rosalia-Flinthills, Udall, Wichita-Classical School

Class 2A will have 65 schools and 3A will have 64 schools per class. These schools will conduct 8 sub-state tournaments

of eight schools. Groupings are based on a geographical basis after host sites are determined.

Seeding will be completed on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 10:00 AM.

Monday, March 1 Class 3A girls and Class 2A boys will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.

Tuesday, March 2, Class 3A boys and Class 2A girls will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.

Thursday, March 4, Class 3A girls and Class 2A boys will play semifinal contests at the sub-state host site.

Friday, March 5, Class 3A boys and Class 2A girls will play semifinal games at the sub-state host site.

Saturday, March 6, Class 2A and 3A girls and boys will play final games at the sub-state host to determine which school advances to the state tournament. *Game times will be in the afternoon.

Monday, March 8 – 2A boys and 3A girls - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal state

games will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM.

Tuesday, March 9 – 2A girls and 3A boys - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal state

games will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM

Four teams from each gender will be seeded and state semi-final games will be played at state site on Thursday,

March 11 (2A Boys and 3A Girls) and Friday, March 12 (2A Girls and 3A Boys) Times - TBD

Championship games will be played on Saturday, March 13. Times - TBD

TOPEKA, Kan.—Due to COVID19 changes in the postseason structure have been made by the Executive Board.&nbsp; Sub-state assignments were released this week and are listed below.Classes 1A-DI and 1A-D2 will be grouped geographically into groups of six or seven schools. Playing dates are February 25 and 26 for quarterfinal contests at the higher seed. Semi-finals and finals will be played at the primary site on March 4, 5, 6.Classes 2A and 3A will be grouped geographically into groups of eight schools. Playing dates are March 1, 2, 4, 5, 6. Quarterfinal games will be played at the higher seeded team on March 1 and 2. Semi-finals and finals will be played at the primary site.Classes 4A, 5A and 6A will be grouped geographically into groups of four or five schools. The groups that have 5 teams will play the #4 vs. #5 seed game on Saturday, February 27. Semi-final games will be played on Tuesday, March 2 and Wednesday, March 3 at the higher seeded team. Finals will be played on Friday, March 5 and Saturday, March 6. State quarterfinal games will be played on Monday, March 8 and Tuesday, March 9 at school sites. Four teams will advance to the state sites.KSHSAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SERIESSTATE TOURNAMENT SITESClass 6A – Wichita, Koch Arena, Wichita State University, Tyler Kremzar, ManagerClass 5A – Emporia, White Auditorium, Tom McEvoy, ManagerClass 4A – Salina, Tony’s Pizza Events Center, Kasey Hanney, ManagerClass 3A – Hutchinson, Sports Arena, Steven Kappenman, ManagerClass 2A – Manhattan, Bramlage Coliseum, Kansas State University, Karen Hibbard, ManagerClass 1A Division I – Dodge City, United Wireless Arena, Shawn Steiner, ManagerClass 1A Division II – Great Bend, Barton County Community College, Trevor Rolfs, Manager2021 Sub-State Assignments(All Classes)(*Indicates Boys Team Only, **Indicates Girls Team)Following are the sites, managers and assignments for girls and boys sub-state basketball tournaments. The Kansas StateHigh School Activities Association and its member schools sponsor these tournaments for the girls and boys in the state ofKansas.CLASS 1A - DIVISON I AND II TOURNAMENT FORMATClass 1A-DI will have 54 schools and Class 1A-DII will have 53 schools per class. These schools will conduct 8 sub-statetournaments of six or seven schools. Grouping are based on a geographical basis after host sites are determined.Seeding will be completed on Saturday, February 20 at 10:00 AM.Brackets will be posted on the KSHSAA website after they are verified.Groups will be numbered one through eight.Thursday, February 25, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.Friday, February 26, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.Thursday, March 4, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls will play semifinal contests at the sub-state host site.Friday, March 5, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys will play semifinal games at the sub-state host site.Saturday, March 6, Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls and boys will play final games at the sub-state host to determine which school advances to the state tournament. *Game times will be in the afternoon.Monday, March 8 – Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site providedthe site meets the KSHSAA guidelines. Quarterfinal state games will be played at the higher seeded team of group1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM.Tuesday, March 9 – Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site providedthe site meets the KSHSAA guidelines. Quarterfinal state games will be played at the higher seeded team of group1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PMWinners advance to primary state site.Four teams from each gender will be seeded and state semi-final games will be played at the state site onThursday, March 11 (Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII girls) and Friday, March 12 (Class 1A-DI and Class 1A-DII boys)Times - TBDChampionship games will be played on Saturday, March 13. Times – TBDNo 3rd place games will be played. Third place trophies &amp; medals will be awarded to the two teams not advancing to the championship game.CLASS 1A - DIV. II ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (February 25, 26, March 4-6)#1 Attica – Clay McDaniel, Manager Argonia, Attica, Cunningham, Hutchinson-Central Christian, Kiowa-South Barber, South Haven, Stafford#2 Moscow – Myron Flax, ManagerAshland, Deerfield, Fowler, Moscow, Rolla, Rozel-Pawnee Heights#3 Dighton – Jill Nech, ManagerDighton, Grainfield/Wheatland-Grinnell, Otis-Bison, Sharon Springs-Wallace County,Tribune-Greeley County, Weskan, WPH (Ransom-Western Plains &amp; Healy)#4 Rexford-Golden Plains – Travis Smith, ManagerAlmena-Northern Valley, Bird City-Cheylin, Logan/Palco, Rexford-Golden Plains, St. Francis, Winona-Triplains/Brewster#5 Axtell – Bruce Gunter, ManagerAxtell, Hanover, Linn, Randolph-Blue Valley, Scandia-Pike Valley, Wetmore#6 Wakefield – Rich Steppe, ManagerBeloit-St. John’s/Tipton, *Junction City-St. Xavier, Natoma, Southern Cloud, Tescott, Wakefield, Wilson#7 Peabody-Burns – Josh Laney, ManagerBurrton, Central Plains, Chase, Hartford, Lost Springs-Centre, McPherson-Elyria, *Peabody-Burns#8 St. Paul – Keaton McCracken, ManagerBuffalo-Altoona Midway, Chetopa, LeRoy-Southern Coffey County, Marais Des Cygnes Valley, Moran-Marmaton Valley, St. Paul, WaverlyCLASS 1A - DIV. I ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (February 25, 26, March 4-6)#1 Ingalls – Vestal Teeter, ManagerIngalls, Jetmore-Hodgeman County, Kinsley, LaCrosse, Ness City, Quinter, Victoria#2 Osborne – Tammy Patee, ManagerAtwood-Rawlins County, Downs-Lakeside, Kensington-Thunder Ridge, Mankato-Rock Hills,Oberlin-Decatur Community, Osborne, Stockton#3 Greensburg-Kiowa County – Brian Deterding, ManagerBucklin, Coldwater-South Central, Greensburg-Kiowa County, Meade, Minneola, MontezumaSouth Gray, Satanta#4 Norwich – Mike Klaver, ManagerCaldwell, Langdon-Fairfield, Macksville, Norwich, Pratt-Skyline, Pretty Prairie, St. John-Hudson#5 Canton-Galva – Larry O’Connor, ManagerCanton-Galva, Goessel, Lincoln, Little River, Rural Vista, Solomon, Sylvan Grove-Sylvan-Lucas Unified#6 Centralia – Roger Holthaus, ManagerCentralia, Clyde-Clifton-Clyde, Frankfort, Highland-Doniphan West, Jackson Heights, Onaga, Troy#7 Madison – Justin Redeker, ManagerBurlingame, Colony-Crest, Lebo, Madison/Hamilton, Olpe, Topeka-Cair Paravel#8 Rosalia-Flinthills – Daniel Scribner, ManagerBurden-Central, Oswego, Oxford, Rosalia-Flinthills, Udall, Wichita-Classical SchoolCLASS 2A and 3A TOURNAMENT FORMATClass 2A will have 65 schools and 3A will have 64 schools per class. These schools will conduct 8 sub-state tournamentsof eight schools. Groupings are based on a geographical basis after host sites are determined.Seeding will be completed on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 10:00 AM.Brackets will be posted on the KSHSAA website after they are verified.Groups will be numbered one through eight.Monday, March 1 Class 3A girls and Class 2A boys will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.Tuesday, March 2, Class 3A boys and Class 2A girls will play quarterfinal games at the higher seeded team.Thursday, March 4, Class 3A girls and Class 2A boys will play semifinal contests at the sub-state host site.Friday, March 5, Class 3A boys and Class 2A girls will play semifinal games at the sub-state host site.Saturday, March 6, Class 2A and 3A girls and boys will play final games at the sub-state host to determine which school advances to the state tournament. *Game times will be in the afternoon.Monday, March 8 – 2A boys and 3A girls - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal stategames will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM.Tuesday, March 9 – 2A girls and 3A boys - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal stategames will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PMWinners advance to primary state site.Four teams from each gender will be seeded and state semi-final games will be played at state site on Thursday,March 11 (2A Boys and 3A Girls) and Friday, March 12 (2A Girls and 3A Boys) Times - TBDChampionship games will be played on Saturday, March 13. Times - TBDNo 3rd place games will be played. Third place trophies &amp; medals will be awarded to the two teams not advancing to the championship game.CLASS 2A ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (March 1-6)#1 Spearville – Travis Callaway, ManagerElkhart, Ellinwood, Johnson-Stanton County, Medicine Lodge, Spearville, Sterling, Sublette, Syracuse#2 WaKeeney-Trego Community– Jeremy Samson, ManagerEllis, Hill City, Hoxie, Leoti-Wichita County, Oakley, Plainville, Smith Center, WaKeeney-Trego Community#3 Brookville-Ell Saline – Chris Carazo, Manager Bennington, Brookville-Ell Saline, Hillsboro, Hutchinson-Trinity Catholic, Inman, Moundridge, Salina-Sacred Heart, Sedgwick#4 Garden Plain – Cory Brack, ManagerBelle Plaine, Conway Springs, Dexter/Cedar Vale, Garden Plain, Howard-West Elk, Leon-Bluestem, Sedan, Wichita-The Independent#5 Cottonwood Falls-Chase County – Alex Weiss, ManagerCottonwood Falls-Chase County, Elbing-Berean Academy, Herington, Lyndon, Marion, Richmond-Central Heights, Whitewater-Remington, Yates Center#6 Humboldt – Stephanie Splechter, ManagerArma-Northeast, Cherokee-Southeast, Erie, Humboldt, Mound City-Jayhawk Linn, Pittsburg-St. Marys Colgan, Pleasanton, Uniontown# 7 Blue Rapids-Valley Heights– Tony Trimble, ManagerAtchison-Maur Hill-Mount Academy, Belleville-Republic County, Blue Rapids-Valley Heights,Effingham-Atchison County Community, Horton, Riverside, Valley Falls, Washington County#8 Eskridge-Mission Valley – Rod Hasenbank, ManagerAllen-Northern Heights, Eskridge-Mission Valley, *Lawrence-Bishop Seabury Academy, McLouth,Olathe-Heritage Christian Academy, Prairie Village-Kansas City Christian, Shawnee-MaranathaChristian Academy, Wabaunsee, Winchester-Jefferson County NorthCLASS 3A ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (March 1-6)#1 Larned – Roni Ettleman, ManagerCimarron, Hoisington, Holcomb, Hugoton, Kismet-Southwestern Heights, Lakin, Larned, Scott Community#2 Norton Community – Dustin McEwen, ManagerBeloit, Colby, Goodland, Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian, Minneapolis, Norton Community, Phillipsburg, Russell#3 Douglass – Jason Menard, ManagerAnthony/Harper-Chaparral, Cheney, Douglass, Eureka, Fredonia/Longton-Elk Valley, Neodesha, Wichita Collegiate, Wichita-Trinity Academy#4 Hesston – Clint Stoppel, ManagerEllsworth, Gypsum-Southeast of Saline, Halstead, Haven, Hesston, Kingman, Lindsborg-Smoky Valley, Lyons#5 Council Grove – Jay Doornbos, ManagerCouncil Grove, Osage City, Riley-Riley County, Rossville, Santa Fe Trail, Silver Lake, St. George-Rock Creek, St. Marys#6 Sabetha – Scott Burger, ManagerEaston-Pleasant Ridge, Hiawatha, Hoyt-Royal Valley, Marysville, Meriden-Jefferson West, Oskaloosa, Sabetha, Seneca-Nemaha Central#7 Riverton – Danny Weaver, Manager Baxter Springs, Caney-Caney Valley, Cherryvale, Columbus, Frontenac, Galena, Girard, Riverton#8 Wellsville – Brad Burkdoll, ManagerBurlington, Garnett-Anderson County, Kansas City-Bishop Ward, LaCygne-Prairie View, Osawatomie, Perry-Lecompton, Pomona-West Franklin, WellsvilleCLASS 4A, 5A, 6A TOURNAMENT FORMATThese classes will have 36 schools in each class.The 36 schools have been divided into eight groups of four or five schools.One school from each group will be designated as the seeding manager.Seeding will take place on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 10:00 AM.Brackets will be posted on the KSHSAA website after they are verified.Games will be played at the higher seeded team.The #4 seed vs. #5 seed will be played on Saturday, February 27. Times TBD.Tuesday, March 2 will be semi-finals for 4A Boys, 5A Girls, and 6A Boys at the higher seeded team.Wednesday, March 3 will be semi-finals for 4A Girls, 5A Boys, and 6A Girls at the higher seeded team.Friday, March 5 will be Sub-state finals for 4A Boys, 5A Girls, and 6A Boys at the higher seeded team.Saturday, March 6 will be Sub-state finals for 4A Girls, 5A Boys, and 6A Girls at the higher seeded team.Each group will be numbered one through eight.Monday, March 8 – 4A Boys, 5A Girls, 6A Boys - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal state games will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6;group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PM.Tuesday, March 9 – 4A Girls, 5A Boys, 6A Girls - State Quarterfinal games at higher seeded site. Quarterfinal stategames will be played at the higher seeded team of group 1 vs. group 2; group 3 vs. group 4; group 5 vs. group 6; group 7 vs. group 8. Game time 6:00 PMWinners advance to primary state site.Four teams from each gender will be seeded and state semi-final games will be played at state site on Thursday,March 11 (4A Boys, 5A Girls, 6A Boys) and Friday, March 12 (4A Girls, 5A Boys, 6A Girls) Times - TBDChampionship games will be played on Saturday, March 13. Times - TBDNo 3rd place games will be played. Third place trophies &amp; medals will be awarded to the two teams not advancing to the championship game.CLASS 4A ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (February 27- March 6)#1 Buhler HS – Justin Seuser, Seeding ManagerBuhler, McPherson, Nickerson, Pratt, Ulysses#2 Clay Center Community HS – Greg Ferguson, Seeding ManagerAbilene, Chapman, Clay Center Community, Concordia#3 Augusta HS – Travis Olive, Seeding ManagerAndale, Augusta, El Dorado, Towanda-Circle#4 Clearwater HS – Heath Elliott, Seeding ManagerClearwater, Mulvane, Rose Hill, Wellington, Winfield#5 Baldwin HS – Gary Stevanus, Seeding ManagerBaldwin, Eudora, Shawnee Mission-Bishop Miege, Tonganoxie#6 Holton HS – Brent Bechard, Seeding ManagerAtchison, Holton, Topeka-Hayden, Wamego#7 Fort Scott HS – Jeff DeLaTorre, Seeding ManagerFort Scott, Iola, Louisburg, Ottawa, Paola#8 Independence HS – Marcus Lanning, Seeding ManagerAltamont-Labette County, Chanute, Coffeyville-Field Kindley, Independence, ParsonsCLASS 5A ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (February 27- March 6)#1 Salina-South HS – Ken Stonebraker, Seeding ManagerGreat Bend, Hays, Salina-Central, Salina-South#2 Topeka West HS – Richard Mariani, Seeding ManagerEmporia, Newton, Topeka-Seaman, Topeka West#3 Andover Central HS – Doug Carr, Seeding ManagerAndover, Andover Central, Arkansas City, Wichita-Bishop Carroll, Wichita-Kapaun Mt. Carmel#4 Maize South HS – Curtis Klein, Seeding ManagerGoddard, Goddard-Eisenhower, Maize, Maize South, Valley Center#5 De Soto HS – Ryan Johnson, Seeding ManagerDe Soto, Lenexa-St. James Academy, Tecumseh-Shawnee Heights, Topeka-Highland Park#6 Overland Park-Blue Valley Southwest – Mike Rasmussen, Seeding ManagerOverland Park-Blue Valley Southwest, Overland Park-St. Thomas Aquinas, Pittsburg, Spring Hill#7 Kansas City-Turner HS – Dr. Ben Sutherlin, Seeding ManagerBonner Springs, Kansas City-FL Schlagle, Kansas City-Sumner Academy, Kansas City-Turner, Shawnee-Mill Valley#8 Lansing HS – Gary Mattingly, Seeding ManagerBasehor-Linwood, Kansas City-Piper, Kansas City-Washington, Lansing, LeavenworthCLASS 6A ASSIGNMENTSSUB-STATES (February 27- March 6)#1 Dodge City HS – Jay Gifford, Seeding ManagerDodge City, Garden City, Hutchinson, Liberal#2 Wichita-Southeast HS – Kyle Haught, Seeding ManagerDerby, Haysville-Campus, Wichita-South, Wichita-Southeast#3 Topeka-Washburn Rural HS – Penny Lane, Seeding ManagerJunction City, Lawrence-Free State, Manhattan, Topeka, Topeka-Washburn Rural#4 Wichita-Northwest HS – Lance Deckinger, Seeding ManagerWichita-East, Wichita-Heights, Wichita-North, Wichita-Northwest, Wichita-West#5 Olathe East HS – Dr. Kaleb Stoppel, Seeding ManagerOlathe East, Olathe North, Olathe South, Overland Park-Blue Valley Northwest#6 Olathe West HS – Pat Butler, Seeding ManagerGardner-Edgerton, Lawrence, Olathe Northwest, Olathe West