Source: Brad Kramer, 785-532-5606, bradleyk@k-state.edu
Website: http://www.amisuccess.com
Hometown interest: Clay Center, Dodge City, Galesburg, Goff, Lawrence, Logan, Madison, Newton, Shawnee, Topeka and Wichita.
News release prepared by: Amanda Weishaar, 785-532-7044

Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011

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