It was 1994 and Jim Unruh worked full-time for the local grain cooperative when the call went out for emergency medical technicians.
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Only businesses determined to be essential by an order this past week of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly remain open in Marquette.
Read moreChloris Elizabeth was born Nov. 13, 1921 to William Roy Hendershot and Edythe Blanche Hamilton on the family farm in Marquette, Kan. She had one sister, Nyla Laurine, who quickly became her best friend.
Read moreThe City of Marquette is looking for a new police chief. During a March 17 special meeting, members of the Marquette City Council accepted the resignation of Marquette Police Chief Randolph Lillard. No reason was given for the resignation. Lillard had served in that post for the past 2 1/2 years. Mayor Karena Hunziker said the full-time job will be advertised. Salary will be based on experience and negotiation with the council.
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Members of the Marquette American Legion and Auxiliary and their guests celebrated the auxiliary’s 100th birthday Tuesday, March 10, at the post home in downtown Marquette. Following the dinner, membership certificates were presented to members who reached their milestone anniversaries.
Read moreThe McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee and KMU have partnered to sponsor the McPherson Legislative Update. It will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at Kansas Municipal Utilities, 2090 East Ave. A. in McPherson.
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How difficult is it for a retirement home to go two years in a row without a deficiency from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment?
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Over the next few weeks, with the assistance of Marquette’s Fred Peterson, the Tribune plans to publish several class photos. Members of the Marquette High School Class of 1982 are in charge of this year’s alumni gathering at 6 pm. Saturday, May 23, in the Marquette School gymnasium.
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