Via Christi Hospital Announces Director of Public Relations(PITTSBURG, Kan. – August 20, 2010) Randy Cason, President and CEO of Via Christi Hospital, today announced Michael Hayslip accepted the position of Director of Public Relations. As Director, Michael will supervise the activities of the Community Relations Department, which includes public relations/communications, marketing, community outreach and emergency preparedness. Michael comes to Via Christi Hospital from KFJX-TV (FOX 14 TV) in Pittsburg, Kan., where he has served as Executive Producer, News Anchor and Nightside Supervisor. He begins his duties at Via Christi Hospital on August 31, 2010.

Greenbush Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is hosting their 18th annual Parents University on Tuesday, September 28, 2010, at the Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium.  The event will begin at 5:00 pm and will conclude at 8:00 pm.  Crawford County Parents University is an evening event designed for families to provide them with information relevant to their current needs or interests.  This event will feature family workshops and showcases of locally available goods and services for families, a sack lunch, and more.  Visit their website at www.greenbush.org.

Children's Advocacy Center

Watco Companies Inc. is proud to announce that Rick Webb was awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® award in the Central Midwest Region.  Judges composed of regional business, academic and community leaders selected the winners and the winners were revealed at a gala event in Overland Park, Kansas.   Rick said in his acceptance speech, “Railroading is a team sport, so I feel honored to represent the Watco Team with this award.  It’s their hard work and dedication to putting our Customers first that has made it possible for me to stand before you today.” Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The award makes a difference through the unique way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global award of its kind, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 135 cities in 50 countries. Rick will represent the Watco Team at the national Entrepreneur Of The Year® gala, hosted by Jay Leno, on November 13, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.  You can view the EOY press release in its entirety by clicking on the link below. http://www.watcocompanies.com/news/press_releases/2010/EOY%202010%20Regional%20Winners%20CM_FINAL.pdf

Trinity Baptist Church is hosting The Pittsburg Area Job Seekers Group, for anyone interested in getting help finding a job.  We'll have HR professionals available to discuss resume writing and review resumes, interviewing, and other elements of the job search.  This group gives job seekers an opportunity to network job opportunities.  The Pittsburg Area Job Seekers Group will meet the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Are you looking for a place for your organization to have a meeting?

If you are a member of a Not for Profit Organization and you need a place for your group to meet, we might have the answer for you.  We have a meeting room available for your use Monday-Friday evenings from 5pm-8:30pm that can comfortably seat 12 to 15 adults.  If interested or for more information please call 620.231.2300 and ask for Steve.

PS: JCPenney will provide the coffee for free.

JCPenney Pittsburg, KS.

Via Christi Hospital Announces Director of Public Relations(PITTSBURG, Kan. – August 20, 2010) Randy Cason, President and CEO of Via Christi Hospital, today announced Michael Hayslip accepted the position of Director of Public Relations. As Director, Michael will supervise the activities of the Community Relations Department, which includes public relations/communications, marketing, community outreach and emergency preparedness. Michael comes to Via Christi Hospital from KFJX-TV (FOX 14 TV) in Pittsburg, Kan., where he has served as Executive Producer, News Anchor and Nightside Supervisor. He begins his duties at Via Christi Hospital on August 31, 2010.

Greenbush Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is hosting their 18th annual Parents University on Tuesday, September 28, 2010, at the Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium.  The event will begin at 5:00 pm and will conclude at 8:00 pm.  Crawford County Parents University is an evening event designed for families to provide them with information relevant to their current needs or interests.  This event will feature family workshops and showcases of locally available goods and services for families, a sack lunch, and more.  Visit their website at www.greenbush.org.

Children's Advocacy Center

Watco Companies Inc. is proud to announce that Rick Webb was awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® award in the Central Midwest Region.  Judges composed of regional business, academic and community leaders selected the winners and the winners were revealed at a gala event in Overland Park, Kansas.   Rick said in his acceptance speech, “Railroading is a team sport, so I feel honored to represent the Watco Team with this award.  It’s their hard work and dedication to putting our Customers first that has made it possible for me to stand before you today.” Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. The award makes a difference through the unique way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global award of its kind, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 135 cities in 50 countries. Rick will represent the Watco Team at the national Entrepreneur Of The Year® gala, hosted by Jay Leno, on November 13, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.  You can view the EOY press release in its entirety by clicking on the link below. http://www.watcocompanies.com/news/press_releases/2010/EOY%202010%20Regional%20Winners%20CM_FINAL.pdf

Trinity Baptist Church is hosting The Pittsburg Area Job Seekers Group, for anyone interested in getting help finding a job.  We'll have HR professionals available to discuss resume writing and review resumes, interviewing, and other elements of the job search.  This group gives job seekers an opportunity to network job opportunities.  The Pittsburg Area Job Seekers Group will meet the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Are you looking for a place for your organization to have a meeting?

If you are a member of a Not for Profit Organization and you need a place for your group to meet, we might have the answer for you.  We have a meeting room available for your use Monday-Friday evenings from 5pm-8:30pm that can comfortably seat 12 to 15 adults.  If interested or for more information please call 620.231.2300 and ask for Steve.

PS: JCPenney will provide the coffee for free.

JCPenney Pittsburg, KS.