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Silex Softball Playing Saturday for Third State Championship
By Gregory Orear Senior General Manager SPRINGFIELD – After a decisive semifinal victory, the Silex Lady Owls will be playing for the school’s second state softball championship Saturday afternoon in Springfield. In a game that would have been a technical knockout in boxing, Silex beat Wheaton 11-0 in the semifinal game shortened after five innings…
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Why Ponds Turn Green As Fall Approaches
A pond with green vegetation covering the surface. Photo coutesy of Kansas State University. By Jason VanceAs fall progresses, pond owners may notice their water turning increasingly green. While the color can be a natural part of seasonal pond activity, excessive vegetation and algae growth can also point to problems occurring throughout the pond’s watershed.Joe…
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Trojans Lose State Championship 4-0 to Lee’s Summit
By Gregory Orear Senior General Manager SPRINGFIELD – A six-inch single and a bases-loaded double provided all the offense Lee’s Summit would need as they beat the Troy Buchanan Trojans 4-0 Friday afternoon in the Class 5 Softball State Championship. Playing at Killeen Stadium, the Trojans had plenty of scoring opportunities, advancing runners to third…