> ## 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-6/ - Published: 2025-09-18T16:05:31.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-04T02:33:44.000Z - Description: September 18, 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 16 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1960.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Image-347.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-local-news-summary-3/) [Conservation District to Host Soil Health Presentation in WellingtonThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1959.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/547660992_122244310742059203_3688973524275798392_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/conservation-district-to-host-soil-health-presentation-in-wellington/) [Caldwell Commercial Kitchen Opens During Community EventThe 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1958.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/536711340_1183653567120043_78768674026990384_n.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/caldwell-kan-the-border-queen-commercial-kitchen-will-celebrate-its-grand-opening-during-caldwells-stroll-the-streets-event-on-sept-18-from-5-p-m-to-8-p-m-featuring-tours-of-the-new-fac/) [KLETC Graduates the 346th Basic Training ClassFriday 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.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1954.ico)KU The University of Kansas![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/cms_metatemplate_open_graph.png)](https://kletc.org/kletc-graduates-346th-basic-training-class?fbclid=IwdGRjcAM2OI9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHn4eTrIWDAZLQLglVFx5Tbg9uxo0cEc3TMfuXfeyOHpSHklHY1rrlWKSgyjl%5Faem%5FrQxQ6nYCFr22MJ5lyGd8ZA&ref=citizenjournal.us) [Wellington Area ObituariesSumner County Obituaries Sumner County Obituaries Pruitt, Shannon Dion Schnelle, Ronald L. Source: Legacy.com - Sumner County, Kansas Obituaries![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1957.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Obit-1-3.jpg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-area-obituaries-5/) --- ## Events [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. The festival, themed “Bushels of Fun,” will include a homecoming parade, art and craft fair, chili cook-off and apple pie![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1419.ico)citizen journalJory Boyd![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-08-14-082041.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/wellington-fall-festival-returns-with-new-contests-community-events/) --- ## Sports [Lady Bullpups Tie for Second at Wellington InvitationalBuschbom claims first career victory as McPherson shoots 354![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1956.ico)citizen journalTreg Fawl![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/image0--15--1.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/lady-bullpups-tie-for-second-at-wellington-invitational/) [Crusaders defeat OriolesStory & Photos by Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1955.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20250912_0237_ACR17-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/untitled-3/) [Celtics fall to Sterling in volleyball doubleheaderBy Dale Grosbach![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1953.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/20250916_0229_ACR17-1.JPG)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/celtics-fall-to-sterling-in-volleyball-doubleheader/) [High School Sports NetworkHelp citizen journal build a kansas high school sports scores network![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1660.ico)citizen journalGreg Loving![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/ks-mascots-2.png)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/high-school-sports-network/) [KCAC releases preseason coaches’ and media pollsWICHITA, 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/icon/favicon-1303.ico)citizen journalTeri Hansen![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f7/e6/f7e66a8b-8f27-493f-8b7e-664ecefd4c3d/content/images/thumbnail/2-5.jpeg)](https://www.citizenjournal.us/kcac-releases-preseason-coaches-and-media-polls/) --- ## Politics Read more about how your elected officials are representing you in the Sunflower State Government Bulletin. Click here for easy access: [POLITICS](https://www.citizenjournal.us/sunflower-state-government-bulletin/) --- ## Opinion [Kernels and connectionsWhen we first started growing popcorn, we never imagined it would allow us to meet so many folks. 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