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Washunga 2026 button

Shawna Davis (left) and Nicole Shepard teamed up to win the first Washunga 2026 button. The second button was located by Hailey Crippen (left in photo #2) and Truu Davis.

Adam Koci of Emporia holds “Prairie Stroll,” one of seven stained glass pieces now on display in the Council Grove Republican windows through Street Gallery KS, a division of the Bowers Center.

Stained glass finds new light in Council Grove

A timely opportunity helped keep Adam Koci of Emporia working in stained glass.

SENIOR SALUTE

Paul Queen

Buttrey named as the Spring All-Flint Hills Male Athlete of Year

The Manhattan Mercury has named Council Grove junior Reid Buttrey as the Spring All-Flint Hills Male Athlete of the Year.

Fishing derby expands into outdoor experience

What began as a Washunga Days fishing derby has grown into a hands-on outdoor experience designed to introduce youth and families to fishing, wildlife and other outdoor activities.

Austin Snell headlines Washunga Days concert

Country-rock artist Austin Snell will headline the 2026 Washunga Days concert Saturday, June 20, at the Neosho River Amphitheater in Council Grove.

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Washunga 2026 button

Shawna Davis (left) and Nicole Shepard teamed up to win the first Washunga 2026 button. The second button was located by Hailey Crippen (left in photo #2) and Truu Davis.

Five first time donors among 57 at blood drive

The Morris County Hospital Auxiliary hosted its Blood Drive on Monday, June 8.

SENIOR SALUTE

Paul Queen

Paul Norman Queen is someone you should know.

By Jan Koepke

Obituaries

Frank Meyer

Frank Meyer, formerly of Herington and a resident of Salina since June 2025, passed away on June 13, 2026, at the age of 87.

Michael Eugene Warneke

November 4, 1950-May 8, 2026 Michael Eugene Warneke of Emporia, Kans. went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2026, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kans.

Evelyn Belen Landez

Evelyn Belen Landez, 76, of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, surrounded by family.

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