Around Town

School asks for input on school year

Holyoke School District would like to hear from residents as staff members prepare for the upcoming school year. A three-question survey is available in English and Spanish at https://bit.ly/2ZKLsJw. “Do you plan to send your child(ren) to school for the 2020-2021 school year?” “What are your biggest fears for the 2020-2021 school year?” “What are your best hopes for the 2020-2021 school year?”

Those with questions or concerns about the school year are encouraged to call 970-854-3411 and leave a message or email Superintendent Kyle Stumpf at stumpfky@hcosd.org. A frequently asked questions page is also available at https://bit.ly/2W6WF64.

Weigh in on proposed weather alert changes

The National Weather Service is proposing changes to make alerts simpler and more useful. The current system of numerous watches, warnings and advisories can be confusing, and a proposed simplification is based on years of social science research. Learn more about a proposal and take a brief survey to let the NWS know what you think! Visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/publichazsimp. The survey is open through Friday, Aug. 21.

Wheat harvest wraps up

With only a few wheat fields left to cut Monday evening, July 13, wheat harvest in the area is pretty much wrapped up, according to Paoli Farmers Co-op and CHS Grainland. Poor yields, combined with hot and dry weather and no delays for rain, let combines run through the harvest pretty quickly.

Advertisers sought for fair section

The Enterprise is preparing its annual fair keepsake edition. For more info about congratulatory ads, call Brenda Brandt at 970-854-2811.