When runners take off at the start of this year’s Fair Run Aug. 18, it will mark the 40th year for such a start. While the distances and routes have changed over four decades, the event’s resilience and popularity have not. (Johnson Publications file photo)
In 1979, as local competitive races were growing in popularity, the Chase County Fair Run was born.
Johnny Walker is discussing this WWII Japanese sniper rifle with bayonet at the Chase County Road Show Sunday. (Johnson Publications photo)
Around 50 antique enthusiasts gathered at the Chase County Museum Sunday to soak up some knowledge on antique items and collectibles.
Sheriff’s Deputies Mason Holmes and Justin Mueller take final notes before completing their investigation of a pickup-semi collision northwest of Lamar last week. The pickup, driven by Cody Strong, was totalled in the accident. (Johnson Publications photo)
The semi tractor was struck on the passenger side just ahead of the fuel tank. (Johnson Publications photo)
Failure to yield at a county road intersection northwest of Lamar last Thursday afternoon resulted in the collision of a pickup and semi truck.
In two weeks, local residents will be in the midst of a busy Chase County Fair.
“Afternoon with the Arts” is the name of this Sunday’s special presentation at Chase County Museum.
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