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Touchpoint Tuesday! With the new police station at 1100 Fort St almost ready, we're looking back at the 1868 jail where Wild Bill Hickok worked on this corner. Wild block. In 1872, gunmen after Bill McClellan shot "Pony" Donovan by mistake. Favorite Hays history story? #HaysKS
A historical plaque on a brick wall detailing the history of the Town & County Jail in Hays City, Kansas.
November 3, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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Join us in congratulating our City of Hays team members marking 15 years of service! 🎉
Pictured: Travis Johannes (Fire). Not pictured: Bronson Scott (Solid Waste) and Brandon Woods (Fire).
Thank you for 15 years of dedication to our community! #HaysKS
A middle-aged male firefighter in a formal dark navy blue dress uniform and service cap standing on a concrete walkway.
October 27, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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Celebrating 10 years of dedicated service to the City of Hays! 👏
Thank you to Jeff Crispin, Eric Haas & Toby Schmidtberger (Water Resources), Alex McKune (Planning & Development), Orion Orth (Service), and Matt Windholz (Parks) for a decade of excellence! #HaysKS
Six men in casual work attire and sunglasses standing in a line outdoors on a concrete walkway.
October 27, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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On Oct. 22, the Hays City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2026-022, affirming our commitment to manage the R9 Ranch water supply in Edwards County judiciously and sustainably, preserving our water security for generations to come. #HaysKS #WaterSecurity
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October 23, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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Celebrating 5 years with the City of Hays! 👏

Les Boucher & Tony Staley (Service), Colin Cole (Water Resources), Erin Escritt & Kaelin Leach (Police), Channing Rutherford (Fire), John Womack (Solid Waste). Not pictured: Casey Pletcher (IT), Brenda Dechant (Finance).

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October 23, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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Before regional jets & paved runways, aviation in Hays meant open cockpits & gravel pastures! ✈️ From our first 1929 airstrip at the Experiment Station to the early Hays Flying School pictured here, flight has connected our community for nearly a century. #TBT #HaysKS
A pilot in a flight cap and goggles sits in the cockpit of a biplane labeled 'HAYS FLYING SCHOOL' near a hangar.
October 22, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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⚠️ TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Heavy traffic is expected near the new Chick-fil-A.

@HaysPolice officers will be stationed on-site for the first few days to keep traffic moving. Please DO NOT block active travel lanes. If the lot is full, please circle back later! #HaysPD #HaysKS
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October 12, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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One week until the Hays Chick-fil-A opens! 🍗

Friendly reminder: It’s a permanent brick-and-mortar location. It’ll be here next week, next month, and next year. No need to rush the doors on day one—those waffle fries aren't going anywhere! #HaysKS
October 8, 2026 at 11:44 PM
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For tools and rides, charge outside. Lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes, scooters, and power tools can overheat quickly. Charge them outdoors, away from direct sunlight, doors, and walkways.

Small action. Big impact.

#FPW2026 #HaysKS
A Fire Prevention Week graphic showing a person attaching a battery to an e-bike with the text 'Charge Outside'.
October 7, 2026 at 11:48 PM
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Cheap charger? Don’t chance it.

During Fire Prevention Week, the Hays Fire Department reminds you that frayed or uncertified charging cables are a major fire hazard.

Small action. Big impact. More below 👇

#FirePreventionWeek #HaysKS
A safety graphic warning against using cheap or damaged chargers, featuring a frayed charging cable in a circular inset.
October 5, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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🏛️ The Hays City Commission meets tomorrow, Sept. 24, at 4 PM at City Hall. Agenda highlights: Rep. Barbara Wasinger presents signed HB 2433 & FHSU President Dr. Tisa Mason shares campus updates. Open to the public. Stream & agenda links in the reply! 👇 #HaysKS
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September 23, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Hays Police & Fire are proud to join the 6th Annual 9/11 Memorial Event & Stair Climb on Sat, Sept. 12 at Lewis Field Stadium.

⏰ Reg: 7 AM | Start: 7:46 AM
🎟 FREE to participate

Walk, climb, and remember with us.

🔗 Pre-register via the link in the first reply! #NeverForget #HaysKS
A large stadium scoreboard at FHSU displaying a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb graphic with the Twin Towers.
September 11, 2026 at 10:25 PM
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✧ Hiring! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
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September 8, 2026 at 12:34 PM
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✧ Hiring! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
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September 6, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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#ThrowbackThursday: Martin Allen (1827–1898) was Western KS’ first horticulturist & a pivotal leader in Hays City. He planted our earliest tree canopies, donated the land for Mt. Allen Cemetery, & helped secure the fort lands that became @FortHaysState! 🌳🏛️ #HaysKS #TBT
A black-and-white portrait of Martin Allen with a long, full beard, wearing a dark suit and looking to the side.
September 3, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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✧ Hiring! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
Executive Director at Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living (KACIL) in Hays, KS | NationalNonprofits.org - Nonprofit Job Board
Executive Director, LINK Inc., Hays, Kansas -  Seeking a solid, dynamic leader that is passionate about working to improve the quality of Independence for people with disabilities. The successful…
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September 3, 2026 at 2:54 PM
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Labor Day Update 🗓️
City offices are closed Mon 9/7. Police & Fire remain on call 24/7. 🚓🚒

🗑️ Trash/Recycling:
Mon & Tue routes collected on TUES 9/8.
Wed-Fri routes operate normally.

Have carts out by 7 AM! High volume expected.
Questions? Call 785-628-7350.

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September 2, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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✧ Hiring! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
Executive Director at Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living (KACIL) in Hays, KS | NationalNonprofits.org - Nonprofit Job Board
Executive Director, LINK Inc., Hays, Kansas -  Seeking a solid, dynamic leader that is passionate about working to improve the quality of Independence for people with disabilities. The successful…
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August 30, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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✧ Hiring! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
Executive Director at Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living (KACIL) in Hays, KS | NationalNonprofits.org - Nonprofit Job Board
Executive Director, LINK Inc., Hays, Kansas -  Seeking a solid, dynamic leader that is passionate about working to improve the quality of Independence for people with disabilities. The successful…
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August 29, 2026 at 2:33 AM
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For #TBT: During Fort Hays’ 1867 cholera epidemic, Elizabeth Polly nursed sick soldiers, becoming, according to legend, the “Blue Light Lady.”

Pete Felten’s statue of Elizabeth will be dedicated at Historic Fort Hays on Sat, Sept 26 at 4 PM, followed by 80 Proof Alice! #HaysKS
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August 27, 2026 at 11:35 PM
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✧ New Job Post! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
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Executive Director, LINK Inc., Hays, Kansas -  Seeking a solid, dynamic leader that is passionate about working to improve the quality of Independence for people with disabilities. The successful…
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August 26, 2026 at 9:33 PM
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Big thanks to @UCMFootballTeam for stopping by the station in Hays this morning to drop off an incredible breakfast spread for our crew! 🚒🏈

Safe travels on the road and best of luck this season, Mules!

#MulesFootball #FirstResponders #HaysKS
A group of eight men, some in fire uniforms and some in casual clothes, pose for a photo inside a fire station.
August 26, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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Congratulations to Derick Nordell on his promotion to Detective with the Hays Police Department! Detective Nordell officially began his new role on Aug. 17. Thank you for your continued service to our community! 👏🚔 #HaysKS #PublicSafety
A professional portrait of Detective Derick Nordell in a suit and tie with a police badge, standing before an American flag. Three men from the Hays Police Department standing in front of a branded blue backdrop, with the center man holding a plaque. Five men, likely police officers, stand in a line in front of a Hays Police Department backdrop, with the center man holding a plaque. Two men in tactical attire shake hands in front of a Hays Police Department backdrop while one holds an award plaque.
August 25, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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🏛️ Attend the Hays City Commission Meeting! 🗓️ Thurs, Aug 27 | 4:00 PM
📍 City Hall (1507 Main St) Agenda: 2026 UPOC/STO updates, Exit 161 & Tallgrass project financing, Parks HVAC bid, & Oktoberfest CMB license. #HaysKS #LocalGov
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August 25, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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✧ New Job Post! ✧ {Hays, KS} | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | LINK, providing advocacy and services for people with disabilities. Salary range posted. nationalnonprofits.org/nonprofit-jo... #HaysKS
Executive Director at Kansas Association of Centers for Independent Living (KACIL) in Hays, KS | NationalNonprofits.org - Nonprofit Job Board
Executive Director, LINK Inc., Hays, Kansas -  Seeking a solid, dynamic leader that is passionate about working to improve the quality of Independence for people with disabilities. The successful…
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August 25, 2026 at 5:20 PM