The Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has launched a new holiday commercial promoting shopping in Hayes, which will air across local networks, social media, and Smokey Hill Public Television. The ad invites residents to enjoy the festive season with a variety of gifts and treats available in local stores.

In infrastructure news, the widening and reconstruction of 13th Street has commenced, starting with the extension of a drainage box between Harvest Road and Tallgrass Drive. This construction will result in a month-long closure of 13th Street at that location.

The meeting also touched on the ongoing progress of the Kansas Highway Patrol hangar, with the building's slab completed and steel structures set to be erected soon.

Commissioners discussed the potential economic impact of walk-in hunting in Kinsley, with suggestions to utilize software for tracking visitor numbers to derive economic benefits for the area.

Melissa Dixon from the CVB highlighted upcoming holiday events, including the Christmas at Creekside Holiday Light Tours, which will feature 50,000 additional bulbs this year. The tours will run on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through the end of the year. Other notable events include the Fort Hays State tree lighting on December 5, the Hays Symphony's free holiday concert on December 6, and the Frost Fest illuminated parade on December 8, themed \"Gnome for the Holidays.\"

Dixon encouraged residents to check visithayes.com for a full list of holiday activities, emphasizing the community's vibrant seasonal offerings.