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- Taking a breath of divinity -,
"But I can't quantify it yet." Werth, 27, had just been ordained a deacon in St.
- A world's view from a wagon -,
There's a variety of ways to travel cross country. Bernie Harberts chooses what he calls the best way to meet people -- walking alongside a mule.
- County considers construction project bids -,
Ellis County Commissioners on Monday considered contracts and proposals for road and bridge projects scheduled to be constructed in the next year.
- Dinges appears on 'Big Joe Polka Show' -,
If only everyone could celebrate their 79th birthday in such a big way. Herman Dinges, a native of Schoenchen who now lives in Denver, began appearing with his band Wednesday on the "Big Joe Polka Show," which ...
- Family seeks help -,
The push by the city of Hays to acquire land along the Smoky Hill River to reconfigure its wellfield landed before the Ellis County Commission on Monday.
- Commission wants more information on bond issue -,
With a bond issue coming up for the county on the November ballot, Ellis County commissioners said Monday they would like their financial consultant to come back to the area and work with residents to get the ...
- City moves forward in emeinetn domain proceedngs -,
In a unanimous vote Thursday, Hays city commissioners decided to continue the process toward eminent domain to secure land needed for the expansion of Smoky Hill wellfield located near Schoenchen.
- Attorney: Agreement possible on wellfield land -,
John Bird wants to be fair to everyone. That's why he changed his mind on a matter involving acquisition of land for wells that supply water for Hays.
- City discusses eminent domain -,
The possible use of eminent domain to secure property needed for expansion of Smoky Wellfield was discussed only briefly at Thursday's Hays City Commission meeting.
- Condemning property could be city's next step -,
When Hays city commissioners convene for a work session at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at city hall, they will hear from city staff about a possible condemnation of property.
- Voter turnout slow, steady at VFW this morning -,
Dorothy McRae has helped with her share of elections. She began working as a supervising judge in 1964 and has worked at five polling places within Ellis County.
- Clerk says interest high for voters -,
The primary election isn't until Tuesday, but County Clerk Alberta Klaus said about 900 ballots already have been cast as of Friday afternoon.
- Schmeidler running to provide 'a change of leadership' in county -,
Republican John Schmeidler will face Paul Meis in the Aug. 5 primary, and the winner will advance to contest incumbent Vernon Berens in November's election.
- Pfannenstiel wants to see ongoing projects come to fruition -,
Dennis Pfannenstiel has represented District 2 on the Board of Ellis County Commissioners for more than seven years.
- Pfannenstiel wants to see ongoing projects come to fruition -,
Dennis Pfannenstiel has represented District 2 on the Board of Ellis County Commissioners for more than seven years.
- Snap,crackle,perfect spot -,
A business venture that started with beer flats and adding machines in 1991 has evolved into an annual tradition for many area residents.
Schoenchen Classifieds
Local classifieds for Schoenchen, KS
City DescriptionSchoenchen is a city in Ellis County, Kansas, United States. The population was 214 at the 2000 census. Schoenchen is one of several small towns in the area that was established by Volga German immigrants to Kansas. Schoenchen is primarily populated by descendants of the original German-speaking immigrants, and many local residents still speak English with a German accent.
Schoenchen is located at 38°42′48″N 99°19′51″W / 38.71333, -99.33083 (38.713244, -99.330760).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²), all of it land.
As of the census of 2000, there were 214 people, 78 households, and 60 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,936.1 people per square mile (751.1/km²). There were 86 housing units at an average density of 778.1/sq mi (301.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 95.79% White, 2.34% Native American, 1.87% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.40% of the population.
There were 78 households out of which 46.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and ... Read MoreCity Contained By:Timezones:Size:- 0.258998811034 km squared
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