The local chapter of the American Red Cross is hosting a community blood drive today and Thursday.

  City officials have announced the closing of the intersection of Matt Down Lane Road and Wyatt Earp Boulevard beginning Wednesday.

    A free screening clinic for children from birth to 5 years will take place Thursday at the United Methodist Church, 210 Soule in Dodge City. The clinic will help parents determine if their child's development is appropriate for their age.   
  

Elder Robert E. Martin Jr. has been baptized and filled with the spirit of God. It was evident early in his life that a very special calling had been placed on him as a representative of the church that he has been selected by God. He served as an assistant pastor for four and half years, while also representing Colorado for the North Western District in various capacities

America Recycles Day will be celebrated from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Dodge City Civic Center.

The Southwest Kansas Coalition will meet today at the Dodge House Hotel and Convention Center, following a meeting with the Kansas Department of Transportation. The meeting will begin with dinner at 5 p.m., followed by the discussion at 6.

Solutions instead of excuses.

Friends of the Zoo have announced plans for this year's Boo for the Zoo.

The Kansas Coalition of Public Retirees KPERS Awareness Team will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Clifford Hope Auditorium in Garden City to discuss retirement issues.

The family and friends of Christopher Glazier are planning a benefit sale and chili feed this weekend.