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Wellington Area Obituaries

Wellington Area Obituaries

Sumner County Obituaries Kirby, Clifford Lindsay, Alfred Stephen Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries

Sumner County 4-H to Host Quartermania Fundraiser Oct. 11

Sumner County 4-H to Host Quartermania Fundraiser Oct. 11

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 Public Schools to Vote on $22.6 Million Bond for Facility Improvements

Wellington Public Schools to Vote on $22.6 Million Bond for Facility Improvements

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 Health Department Promotes Emergency Preparedness During National September Campaign

Sumner County Health Department Promotes Emergency Preparedness During National September Campaign

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

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Wellington Brief

Wellington Brief

August 28, 2025

Flash Flooding Grips South Central Kansas, Prompting Major Highway Closures and Emergency Response

Flash Flooding Grips South Central Kansas, Prompting Major Highway Closures and Emergency Response

Severe weather brings dangerous conditions to Sumner County and surrounding areas as authorities urge caution

Local Health Departments Promote Community Wellness Through Multi-Faceted Outreach

Local Health Departments Promote Community Wellness Through Multi-Faceted Outreach

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 Airport to Host Open House and Car Show Sept. 13

Wellington Airport to Host Open House and Car Show Sept. 13

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 Elementary Students Beat the Heat with Fire Department 'Splash Blast'

Wellington Elementary Students Beat the Heat with Fire Department 'Splash Blast'

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

Wellington Area Obituaries

Wellington Area Obituaries

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

Wellington Brief

Wellington Brief

August 21, 2025

Wellington local news summary

Wellington local news summary

Week of August 21 2025

Sumner County Sponsors Rural Business Training Program

Sumner County Sponsors Rural Business Training Program

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Sumner County Economic Development is sponsoring an eight-week certificate program designed to help rural business owners overcome growth challenges and adapt to changing markets. The "Growing Rural Businesses" program, developed by Wichita State University's Center for Entrepreneurship in partnership with NetWork Kansas, will

Sumner County Fair Launches Fundraising Campaign, Announces Drag Racing Event

Sumner County Fair Launches Fundraising Campaign, Announces Drag Racing Event

CALDWELL, Kan. — The Sumner County Fair has launched a fundraising campaign to support facility upgrades and announced a drag racing event scheduled for October. Fair organizers are seeking community support to continue upgrading facilities, particularly those used for youth animal showing opportunities. The fundraising effort aims to enhance the fairgrounds

Summer County Health Department to Host Community Baby Shower

Summer County Health Department to Host Community Baby Shower

WELLINGTON — The Summer County Health Department will host a community baby shower Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Memorial Auditorium, 208 N. Washington Ave., Wellington. The free event welcomes pregnant mothers, fathers, grandparents, families with children ages 5 and under, and caregivers. The baby shower will

Wichita Police Task Force Wins National Award for Combating Retail Crime

Wichita Police Task Force Wins National Award for Combating Retail Crime

WICHITA, Kan. — The Wichita Police Department's Property Crimes Reduction Task Force has been named the 2025 Task Force of the Year by the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators. The task force, nominated by the organization's Florida chapter, was recognized for its coordinated response to a

Wellington High School to Host Annual Back-to-School Bash Monday

Wellington High School to Host Annual Back-to-School Bash Monday

WELLINGTON, Kan. — Wellington High School will welcome students back for the new academic year with its annual Back-to-School Bash on Monday, Aug. 25. The event, scheduled from 7-9 p.m. at the high school, 1700 E 16th St., is being organized by the school's Leadership team exclusively for

Wellington Humane Society Plans Annual Fundraising Gala

Wellington Humane Society Plans Annual Fundraising Gala

WELLINGTON, Kan. (AP) — The Wellington Humane Society is preparing to host its annual fundraising gala to support the no-kill animal shelter's mission of rescuing and rehoming cats and dogs in Sumner County. The nonprofit organization, which opened to the public in December 2019, relies solely on donations and

Wellington Area Obituaries

Wellington Area Obituaries

Sumner County Obituaries Nuss, Mary McEachern, Geraldine Kingsley, Alberta Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries

Governor Kelly Announces Over $32.5M for Services for Survivors of Crime, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

Governor Kelly Announces Over $32.5M for Services for Survivors of Crime, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced Thursday over $32.5 million in state grants to maintain and enhance services for adult and child survivors of crime. The state general funds were granted to nonprofit organizations providing services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence as well as child abuse and neglect.

5 takeaways from Wellington USD 353 school board meetings

5 takeaways from Wellington USD 353 school board meetings

Wellington Brief

Wellington Brief

August 14, 2025

Wellington Area Obituaries

Wellington Area Obituaries

Sumner County Obituaries Ralls, Bill Lara, Priscilla M. Shapley, David Allen Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries

Wellington Fall Festival Returns With New Contests, Community Events

Wellington Fall Festival Returns With New Contests, Community Events

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The Wellington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Fall Festival on Oct. 4, featuring traditional community activities and new competitions at Heritage Park in downtown Wellington. The festival, themed "Bushels of Fun," will include a homecoming parade, art and craft fair, chili cook-off and