WELLINGTON, Kan. — Wellington Public Schools will dedicate its football field to longtime coach John Gifford before Friday's homecoming game against Augusta. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 3 at Sellers Park, just before the homecoming kickoff. The field will be renamed John Gifford Field

WELLINGTON, Kan. – Sumner County 4-H has announced several upcoming programs for fall 2025, including enrollment for new members and a fundraising event to support youth development activities. The organization will hold its annual Quartermania fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Raymond Frye Complex, 320 N Jefferson Ave. in Wellington. The

WELLINGTON, Kan. — Throughout National Preparedness Month, the Sumner County Health Department has been actively engaging residents with ongoing emergency readiness initiatives, continuing to provide updated information and practical resources to help families and individuals prepare for unexpected disasters. The federal campaign, observed annually since 2004 under FEMA's Ready

CALDWELL — The Caldwell Chamber of Commerce will host an electric vehicle showcase featuring EVs & Espressos on Oct. 1 from 9-11 a.m. at Heritage Park. The event will feature Suzy's Bakery & Coffee Shop, which will provide refreshments for attendees. Test drives will be available in a

WELLINGTON — The Sumner County Conservation District will present "Getting to the Root of Soil Health" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at the Raymond Frye Complex, 320 N. Jefferson Ave. The free presentation will feature Dr. Jill Clapperton, a principal scientist with Rhizoterra

The new commercial kitchen facility, located at 110 S Main Street in Caldwell, represents a collaborative effort between several agricultural and economic development organizations and will debut as part of the evening's festivities. The project was made possible through partnerships with the Kansas Farm Bureau, NetWork Kansas, the

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SUMNER COUNTY — The Sumner County Health Department has issued new guidance urging residents to create comprehensive household communication plans as part of ongoing National Preparedness Month initiatives. The health department's latest recommendations emphasize the critical importance of establishing reliable communication systems before disasters strike, building on the agency&

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The City of Wellington is preparing for upcoming public discussions regarding a USD 353 bond issue, with the first public Q&A meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 10 at Washington Elementary School, according to community announcements. Residents have been asking various questions about the bond,

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The Sumner County Historical and Genealogical Society will host a presentation about the children of America's last remaining western town established by African Americans during Reconstruction. Angela Bates, executive director of the Nicodemus Historical Society, will present "Children of the Promised Land" on Monday

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WELLINGTON, Kan. — Sumner County 4-H will host a Quartermania fundraising event Oct. 11 at the Raymond Frye Complex, 320 N. Jefferson Ave. The auction-style event will begin with doors opening at 5 p.m., followed by a meal starting at 5:30 p.m. for $5 per plate. The auction

WELLINGTON — The Wellington community will vote Nov. 4 on a proposed $22.6 million general obligation bond to fund facility improvements and infrastructure upgrades across all district schools and facilities. If approved, the bond would address aging infrastructure, improve learning environments and enhance energy efficiency, according to district officials. Key

SUMNER COUNTY — The Sumner County Health Department is encouraging residents to develop multiple communication channels for receiving critical information during emergencies as part of National Preparedness Month. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has observed National Preparedness Month since 2004 to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies National Preparedness Month, with

Sumner County and Kansas health departments are actively addressing community health needs through comprehensive education campaigns covering vaccination awareness, parenting support, smoking cessation and child safety. The Sumner County Health Department recently promoted National Immunization Awareness Month in August with a "Check the Facts" campaign emphasizing three key

WELLINGTON, Kan. — Wellington Airport will host an open house and cruise-in car show Sept. 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring free Young Eagles flights and community activities. The Experimental Aircraft Association will offer free introductory flights for youth ages 8-17 through its Young Eagles program, with

WELLINGTON, Kan. — Students at Washington Elementary School in Wellington traded textbooks for water games Friday as the school district partnered with the Wellington Fire Department to host a "Splash Blast" event marking the end of the first week of classes. The outdoor celebration featured water activities designed to

Sumner County Obituaries Hackett, Homer Symes, Paul Lyndon Ward, Suk Cha "Pak" Eckstrom, Caleb Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries