> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.citizenjournal.us/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Wellington Brief - URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-brief-4/ - Published: 2025-09-04T15:00:51.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:38.000Z - Description: September 4, 2025 - Author: Jory Boyd - Tags: well, email, avcj *Hi everyone!* *Let us know what you want to know! We are here to serve! Even when we don't publish a news brief to email, we do update our website, so check in any time!* *\-Jory Boyd, jory@citizenjournal.us* --- ## Today's newsletter sponsor [ ![Alt text](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/maccollege.png) News](https://www.mcpherson.edu/?utm%5Fsource=ks&utm%5Fmedium=newsletter&utm%5Fcampaign=issue062925&utm%5Fcontent=pos3)[Wellington local news summaryWeek of September 4 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1659.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-305.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-local-news-summary-2/) [Sumner County 4-H to Host Quartermania Fundraiser Oct. 11WELLINGTON, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1647.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/541566837_1233866805449094_1279105141931741329_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sumner-county-4-h-to-host-quartermania-fundraiser-oct-11/) [Wellington Public Schools to Vote on $22.6 Million Bond for Facility ImprovementsThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1646.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/542785343_1292086419381173_6858807904187077393_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-public-schools-to-vote-on-22-6-million-bond-for-facility-improvements/) [Sumner County Health Department Promotes Emergency Preparedness During National September CampaignThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1645.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/527459808_1226634432808513_5396829235025821925_n-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sumner-county-health-department-promotes-emergency-preparedness-during-national-september-campaign/) [Wellington Area ObituariesSumner County Obituaries Kirby, Clifford Lindsay, Alfred Stephen Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1648.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Obit-1-2.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-area-obituaries-whi/) --- ## Events [Wellington Airport to Host Open House and Car Show Sept. 13WELLINGTON, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1563.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/536272282_1220174406801093_3414967853633696009_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-airport-to-host-open-house-and-car-show-sept-13/) [Wellington Humane Society Plans Annual Fundraising GalaWELLINGTON, 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 community support![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1418.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-08-20-193902.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-humane-society-plans-annual-fundraising-gala/) [Sumner County Fair Launches Fundraising Campaign, Announces Drag Racing EventCALDWELL, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1426.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/530852880_1340326014763459_1413796917799996587_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sumner-county-fair-launches-fundraising-campaign-announces-drag-racing-event/) [Sumner County Sponsors Rural Business Training ProgramARKANSAS 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 run Thursdays from Sept.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1431.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/526929166_1164823602356127_4319763337287011608_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sumner-county-sponsors-rural-business-training-program/) [Summer County Health Department to Host Community Baby ShowerThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1429.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/533512221_1235474671924489_5347850830908644788_n-1.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/summer-county-health-department-to-host-community-baby-shower/) [Wellington Fall Festival Returns With New Contests, Community EventsWELLINGTON, 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. 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