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Winfield Public Library to Host Smithsonian Transcription Event Preserving Post-Civil War Records

Winfield Public Library to Host Smithsonian Transcription Event Preserving Post-Civil War Records

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Public Library will host "Voices of Freedom: Transcribing Post-Civil War Handwritten Records with the Smithsonian," a free Citizen Science event, Friday, April 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is part of Citizen Science Month and is being held in partnership

Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event

Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event

EUREKA, Kan. — The Greenwood County and Elk County Conservation Districts will host the 9th Annual Women in Ag Event on Tuesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. at 110 E. 3rd St. in Eureka. The event is free and open to the public. Confirmed topics include Native Plants and Gardens,

Sumner County 911 Seeks Community Members to 'Adopt a Dispatcher' During Appreciation Week

Sumner County 911 Seeks Community Members to 'Adopt a Dispatcher' During Appreciation Week

SUMNER COUNTY, Kan. — Sumner County 911 is inviting individuals, groups, churches and businesses to participate in an "Adopt a Dispatcher" program ahead of National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week, April 12-18. Those who participate will be matched with a dispatcher and encouraged to show appreciation through gifts or

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

KFB Insights: Spring surprises

KFB Insights: Spring surprises

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher

Top 5 Kansas news stories

Top 5 Kansas news stories

Winfield City Council Summary

Winfield City Council Summary

Week of April 5, 2026

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Winfield Chamber Accepting Applications for Start-Up Showdown Business Competition

Winfield Chamber Accepting Applications for Start-Up Showdown Business Competition

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for "Vision to Venture: Winfield Start-Up Showdown," a business pitch competition open to entrepreneurs of all ages, with more than $10,000 in venture capital available to participating businesses. Individuals must apply online and, if chosen,

Kitchen Fire Causes $70,000 in Damage to Riverdale Home

Kitchen Fire Causes $70,000 in Damage to Riverdale Home

RIVERDALE, Kan. — A kitchen fire caused an estimated $70,000 in damage to a home in the 500 block of East 76th Avenue North early Friday morning, according to Wellington Fire/EMS. Crews were dispatched at approximately 5:36 a.m. to a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Arkansas City to Honor Outstanding Students at April Banquet

Arkansas City to Honor Outstanding Students at April Banquet

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The City of Arkansas City will recognize academically accomplished students from three local institutions at its annual Outstanding Student Award Reception and Banquet next month. Established in 1984 by the City Commission, the program recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence and a strong commitment to their community.

Wellington Native to Serve in Mission Control During Artemis II as Community Celebrates with Free Launch Lunch

Wellington Native to Serve in Mission Control During Artemis II as Community Celebrates with Free Launch Lunch

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The community is invited to attend a free Launch Lunch event Friday, April 3 at the Wellington Regent Theatre to celebrate the Artemis II mission, which will feature Wellington native and WHS alumnus Erik Stalcup working in Mission Control as astronauts travel around the far side of the

Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

KFB Insights: The voices that carry

KFB Insights: The voices that carry

Jackie Mundt, Pratt County farmer and rancher

Single-Leg Exercise Builds Strength and Stability for Local Runners

Single-Leg Exercise Builds Strength and Stability for Local Runners

Shelly demonstrates movement targeting multiple muscle groups while improving balance and core stability.

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Lt. Governor Toland Visits AAR Corp. in Wellington as Company Expands Operations

Lt. Governor Toland Visits AAR Corp. in Wellington as Company Expands Operations

WELLINGTON, Kan. — Lt. Governor David Toland visited AAR Corp.'s Wellington facility this week, a visit the Sumner County Economic Development Commission connected to the company's continued investment in the region. AAR Corp. is investing up to $9.5 million to expand operations at its Wellington facility

Obituaries

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Takeaways from Winfield USD 465 School Board Meeting

Takeaways from Winfield USD 465 School Board Meeting

Week of March 28, 2026

Ark Valley Brief

Ark Valley Brief

Winfield Farm Receives State Tourism Grant for Expansion Projects

Winfield Farm Receives State Tourism Grant for Expansion Projects

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Farm at Quail Valley has been selected to receive an Attraction Development Grant from Kansas Tourism, according to a post shared by the Winfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The grant will fund several additions to the property, including a greenhouse, a shower and bath house, and a

Winfield Fire Department Responds to Grass Fires, House Fire in Two-Day Stretch

Winfield Fire Department Responds to Grass Fires, House Fire in Two-Day Stretch

WINFIELD, Kan. — The Winfield Fire/EMS Department responded to two separate fire incidents Wednesday and Thursday, including a large grass fire north of the city and a residential structure fire that displaced occupants and killed a pet, according to news releases from Winfield Fire Marshal Pete Rowley. Grass Fires — March