Wellington Brief
September 18, 2025
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Wellington local news summary
Week of September 16 2025
Greg Loving
Conservation District to Host Soil Health Presentation in 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 Inc., who
Jory Boyd
Caldwell Commercial Kitchen Opens During Community Event
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 K-State 105
Jory Boyd
KLETC Graduates the 346th Basic Training Class
Friday afternoon, Integrity Auditorium was filled with family and friends of the 346th Basic Training Class as they graduated from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC). The graduates took their oath of office and are now prepared to return to their communities to serve and protect.
Wellington Area Obituaries
Sumner County Obituaries Sumner County Obituaries Pruitt, Shannon Dion Schnelle, Ronald L. Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries
Jory Boyd
Events
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 community support
Jory Boyd
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
Jory Boyd
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 run Thursdays from Sept.
Jory Boyd
Summer County Health Department to Host Community Baby Shower
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
Jory Boyd
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 apple pie
Jory Boyd
Sports
Lady Bullpups Tie for Second at Wellington Invitational
Buschbom claims first career victory as McPherson shoots 354
Treg Fawl
Crusaders defeat Orioles
Story & Photos by Dale Grosbach
Teri Hansen
Celtics fall to Sterling in volleyball doubleheader
By Dale Grosbach
Teri Hansen
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Greg Loving
KCAC releases preseason coaches’ and media polls
WICHITA, Kan. — Friends University and Evangel University were tabbed as preseason favorites in their respective divisions as the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference released its 2025 football preseason coaches’ and media polls Monday.
In the Franklin “Gene” Bissell Division, Friends topped both polls. The Falcons earned 25 points and five first-place
Teri Hansen
Politics
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Opinion
Kernels and connections
When we first started growing popcorn, we never imagined it would allow us to meet so many folks. Yet here we are today, connecting with people all because of our little popping crop.
Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher
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Kernels and connections
Originally a native of New Mexico, Kim has a unique career background as a teacher and a television news professional for PBS and NBC affiliates. She moved to Kansas to marry her husband, Adam, in 2010. With their children, Banks and Isannah, the family raises wheat, corn, soybeans, grain sorghum
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Sunflower State Government Bulletin
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From the office of Sen. Jerry Moran
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From the office of Rep. Tracey Mann
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From the office of Sen. Roger Marshall
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From the office of Rep. Ron Estes
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From the office of Gov. Laura Kelly
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Kansas State Fair staple celebrates three decades
Along with the Pronto Pups, corn on the cob and pork rinds in all flavors and fashions, another fan favorite has been present at the Kansas State Fair for decades — three decades, in fact. Kansas Agriland, an interactive children’s exhibit in the Pride of Kansas Building, is celebrating 30 years
Teri Hansen
Local Gym Owner Makes Injury Prevention Accessible to All
Shelly Prescott’s No-Equipment Adductor Stretch Video Offers Simple Solutions for Every Fitness Level.
Greg Loving
Top 5 Kansas news stories
September 11 2025
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