Opinion

Letter: School seeking Kansas items
October 26, 2011
The fourth grade at Aviston Elementary in southern Illinois is learning about the United States and the different environments, climates, resources and highlights found in each region.
Sporting KC makes most of advantage at new home
July 27, 2011
With the turnstiles ticking at a rapid pace, chances are good that fans will continue to pack the stadium and try to help their team make a postseason push.
Letter to the editor: Be cautious about scams
March 30, 2011
Remember, if it seems odd or raises red flags, please think carefully before responding. If you have any qualms about sending information or money to a stranger, please call the FBI.
Donohoe: Making progress in Topeka
March 2, 2011
At the halfway point of the 2011 session, the Kansas House has made tremendous progress on top priorities.
Suicide a public health issue
September 15, 2010
I will never forget the deep sense of shock I felt when I heard that my sister-in-law had stepped in front of a high-speed train to kill herself.
March of Dimes Bikers for Babies event is Sept. 19
August 25, 2010
This year’s March of Dimes Bikers for Babies ride to benefit the March of Dimes is scheduled for Sept. 19.
KNEA endorses Holland for governor
July 16, 2010
The Kansas National Education Association has endorsed Tom Holland for governor.
Neighbors
April 15, 2010
The De Soto Methodist Church had a big attendance at their Easter service and a generous offering too.
Neighbors
April 7, 2010
The De Soto Methodist Church had their early Easter morning service at 7:30 a.m. with a breakfast served at 8 a.m.
Neighbors
March 31, 2010
The De Soto Methodist Church’s Bingo Bash was a successful event.
Neighbors
March 24, 2010
The De Soto Methodist Youth Bingo Bash will be from 6 – 9 p.m., Saturday in the fellowship hall.
Neighbors
March 18, 2010
The De Soto United Methodist Church had its annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner Wednesday. The church’s Pleasant Hour club will have a salad luncheon at 10 a.m. Thursday at the its Fellowship Hall.
Final issue of The Explorer time for acknowledgements
March 18, 2010
Volume 13, Number 5. Those two figures appearing on the front page of this week’s De Soto Explorer serve as a RIP of sorts as this will be the last.
Accurate 2010 Census important to Johnson County
March 11, 2010
In March, we kick-off the 2010 Census. Johnson County is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to assure an accurate count of our community.
Neighbors
March 11, 2010
The De Soto United Methodist Church is having a St. Patrick’s Day dinner from 5:50 to 7 p.m. March 17 at Fellowship Hall. Corn beef, cabbage, soda bread, hearty soups, desserts and drinks will be on the menu. The cost is $3 for children 5 and younger and $5 for adults. There will be Irish entertainment, as well.

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