Community Living

It is easy to take for granted the benefits of living in a small community.  We assume that the services and amenities we enjoy will always be available.  Oftentimes, however, it is only through the hard work of volunteers who devote time and energy to a project that we enjoy many of the pleasantries offered in Imperial.  The EMT Haunted House is a perfect example.  The two-day event takes weeks of work to carry in and set up props.  All of the labor prior to the “frightening” experience is done by volunteers.  And it is virtually free to the participants.  The Pumpkin Patch is a weekend event that must take months of planning and hard work, but is great family fun for an entire region.  The theatre is another great amenity that we enjoy, but would not be possible without the incredible volunteers who agree to operate the ticket sales concession stand.  Volunteers provide labor for clean-up events, installation of playground structures, ticket-takers at sporting events, Chase County Fair, governing boards, organizations, and a host of other important volunteer services.  We all enjoy events and opportunities that are made possible because of someone’s selfless participation.  Volunteerism and participation is what makes Imperial a Community and not just a town.  Get involved!  Make a call and offer your time and talents to an event that you or your family has enjoyed.  It can be a lot of fun and has unlimited benefits to the Community of Imperial.

2011 Chase County Schools Career Fair

What an awesome morning!  Thirty-eight high school juniors and seniors attended the 2011 Chase County Schools Career Fair.  Nine local business and two resource providers connected with students to increase awareness of the great career opportunities available in Imperial and Chase County.