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Newland discusses Schmidt campaign during CG visit

Joe Newland, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor on gubernatorial candidate Vicki Schmidt’s ticket, visited the Council Grove Republican office Tuesday as part of an early campaign swing through Kansas communities.

Wilkens named 3A Coach of the Year

Braves earn state, league honors Council Grove Braves Baseball Coach Matt Wilkens and several members of the Braves’ 2026 team received postseason recognition following a 26-2 season that placed Council Grove among the top programs in Class 3A....

2026 River Suite offers new layout for dinner, music on historic bridge

Those who have attended River Suite in previous years will find something new at this year’s dinner and music event on the historic Cottonwood River Bridge in downtown Cottonwood Falls.

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Kohler runs for reelection as District 1 MC commissioner

Wayne Kohler has announced his candidacy for re-election as Morris County Commissioner for District 1. Kohler has served as District 1 commissioner for 12 years. In announcing his candidacy, he said he has been honored to represent voters in the...

Daniel Mushrush and Mushrush Ranches has had excellent success with virtual fence technology. Pictured from left to right are Sadie, Eli, Daniel, Christine, Kate and Bella.

Chase County virtual fences producing real ranching results

For generations, Flint Hills ranching has depended on grass, cattle, weather, water and fence.

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2026 River Suite offers new layout for dinner, music on historic bridge

Those who have attended River Suite in previous years will find something new at this year’s dinner and music event on the historic Cottonwood River Bridge in downtown Cottonwood Falls.

Through Your Eyes

Dave Leiker, of Emporia, captured a few scenes from the UNBOUND gravel races last weekend that captured a glimpse of how grueling the contests were.

Mark Brooks

Obituaries

Daryl Wayne Lee

Daryl Wayne Lee, 74, of White City, passed away on May 24, 2026 at Via Christi Village in Manhattan, Kansas, after a long illness.

A Celebration of life

A Celebration of Life service for Jack York will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, June 7, at the Dwight Cemetery. Friends and relatives are welcome to join.

Thomas Ernest Alexander

Thomas Ernest Alexander was born December 4, 1945, in Emporia, Kansas to Robert and Georgie (Bolen) Alexander.

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