Live Healthy - Franklin County

05/13/2026

Tomorrow!

On May 14, join us for COMET Community Training from 12–1 PM!
Learn practical tips for talking with people experiencing mental health challenges, explore a helpful conversation guide, and more.
Lunch will be provided starting at 11:45 AM.
Scan the QR code or click the link below to register:
https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ca8pbRGm7zdQ5E

05/13/2026

Congratulations and thank you to the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium! 🎉

We are incredibly honored and grateful to announce that the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium has received a $50,000 Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas to support the transformation of our Exhibition Hall kitchen into a community incubator kitchen!

This project will help create a flexible commercial-style kitchen space that can serve a variety of needs within our community. In partnership with local organizations and community partners, the space will provide opportunities for educational programming, healthy living initiatives, cooking demonstrations, and entrepreneurial growth for those interested in food-based businesses.

In addition to educational opportunities, we’re excited to explore entertainment and event opportunities that utilize the new kitchen space in fun and creative ways for our patrons and guests.

Since 1921, the OMA has continued to evolve to meet the needs of our community, and this project is another exciting step forward in expanding how our historic venue can serve Ottawa and Franklin County.

Thank you to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas program for believing in this vision and investing in the future of our community. We can’t wait to share more updates as this project moves forward!

05/01/2026

🥫 Almost every day of each month there is a location to access free and affordable food! 🥪

🗓️If you are experiencing food insecurity, please check out this calendar for local resources!

👇Check the comments for additional details regarding locations.

☎️ If you are 60+ make sure to reach out to us if you need additional food assistance. 785.242.7200.

04/22/2026

Our Youth Running Club is a fun, supportive program designed to help kids stay active, build endurance, and develop a lifelong love of fitness. Open to all ability levels, this club focuses on improving running skills while promoting teamwork, goal-setting, and confidence.

Participants will enjoy a mix of games, short runs, skill-building activities, and challenges that keep movement exciting and age-appropriate. Whether your child is a beginner or already loves to run, they’ll be encouraged to grow at their own pace in a positive and inclusive environment.

Free, just sign up and then show up in comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle!

04/21/2026

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04/20/2026

Our hearts are with those impacted by the recent tornado. Mental health is crucial during recovery. The impact of a disaster isn't always immediate and sometimes hits when things finally start to slow down. If you or a loved one is struggling, please reach out to ELC. Our 24/7 crisis services are available, regardless of ability to pay.
785.242.3780 FrCo
913.557.9096 MiCo
800.241.1266 Afterhours

03/14/2026

Join us over the noon hour (12 PM to 1 PM) at the Wellsville City Library for a four-week series of nutrition classes beginning March 26. Class topics will include eating whole grains and protein foods, meal planning and grocery shopping, reading nutrition facts labels, and eating more fruits and vegetables.

Please contact the Ottawa Office at 785.229.3520 to register your attendance. Questions about the classes can be directed to Chelsea Richmond, District FCS Agent, at [email protected] or 785.448.6826 or to Kris Wallace, District Nutrition Educator, at [email protected] or 785.229.3520.

03/05/2026

Produce boxes are in! $17
Stop by the Library to buy yours- while supplies last!

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

ELC is proud to partner with AdventHealth Ottawa, who is sponsoring our Question Persuade Refer (QPR) Su***de Prevention training on March 4th from 9am to 11am. Contact Loree Love at 913-557-9096 for additional information.