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KDOT closes portion of US 81 in Sumner County due to river overflowing

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KDOT closes portion of US 81 in Sumner County due to river overflowing

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The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office shared a photo on social media on Thursday afternoon of the Ninnescah River beginning to spill onto the highway.Read Article

Hamlin Earns Place in Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame - Wellington Daily News

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Hamlin Earns Place in Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame - Wellington Daily News

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Local entrepreneur, pilot, master restorer, and aviation advocate Richard “Rick” Hamlin will soon add another accolade to his long list of achievements: this fall, he will be inducted into the Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame. The 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place Tuesday, October 14, at the Kansas Aviation Museum, with keynote speaker Retired Lieutenant General Michelle Johnson, former Commander of McConnell Air Force Base and Su…Read Article

Jenkins Named AVCTL Coach of the Year - Wellington Daily News

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Jenkins Named AVCTL Coach of the Year - Wellington Daily News

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Congratulations to Wellington High School head baseball coach Ryan Jenkins, who was recently named the 2025 Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League Division IV “Coach of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close Read Article

Mulvane Old Settlers Days Celebration

It’s been an annual event since 1873! Mulvane Old Settlers Days returns August 21–24, 2025, celebrating homespun fun in this historic Kansas town. The beloved four-day festival combines small-town charm with big-time community with rodeo nights, a lively parade, arts & crafts, a carnival, and family-friendly contests all centered around Main Street Park. Below you’ll find all the details for attending Mulvane Old Settlers Days 2025: dates and lo…Mulvane · Mulvane Read Article

Eckermann Qualifies for Regional Track Meet - Wellington Daily News

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Wellington 12-year-old track athlete Nyah Eckermann has advanced to the regional level after a strong showing at the AAU Missouri Valley Kansas Qualifier for Track & Field in Topeka last week. Eckermann earned fourth-place finishes in both the 200-meter dash and long jump, along with a sixth-place finish in the 100-meter dash, securing her spot at the next level of competition.Wellington · Wellington Read Article

Authorities seek suspect in burglary of Mulvane Animal Clinic

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The sheriff’s office says the suspect in the video arrived at the Mulvane Animal Clinic between 10:30 p.m. and midnight on what appears to be an electric bicycle. The clinic, located near 103rd St. South and Rock Road, was burglarized.Mulvane · Mulvane Read Article

Golden Girl: Zeka Leads WHS to Fifth Place Finish at State - Wellington Daily News

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By Ace Finch The state of Kansas’ biggest stage for high school athletics took place last weekend in Wichita. Over 20,000 student athletes and spectators… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseWellington · Wellington See the Story

Official Candidate List November 4th, 2025 City/School Election - Wellington Daily News

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Argonia – Council – Elect Two Becca Murry Scott Jones Ronick Cook Timothy A. Scott Tiffani Callaway Argonia – Mayor – Elect One Rick Dolley… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseWellington · Wellington Read Article

Moran Backs Bill to Upgrade Aging Agricultural Research Facilities - Wellington Daily News

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By WDN Staff U.S. Senator Jerry Moran is supporting new legislation aimed at addressing long-overdue maintenance needs at agricultural research facilities, including those at Kansas… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseWellington · Wellington Read Article

Brungardt Named New WHS Principal - Wellington Daily News

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By Laura Lombardi When classes resume this fall, Wellington High School will open under the leadership of a new principal: Bob Brungardt. Brungardt most recently served as the assistant principal and activities director for USD 431 Hoisington in Barton County, a community about 10 miles north of Great Bend. Prior to that, he was the middle school principal in the district and also held the role of athletic director at the high school level. “Thi…Wellington · Wellington Read Article

Orphan Trains keep rolling in Kansans’ imagination - The Active Age

WELLINGTON — Nearly a century after its last stop, the Orphan Train movement continues to fascinate. Jim and Sunni Bales became interested while visiting the Orphan Train Museum in Concordia, especially in the stories of those children who had come to Sumner County. Jim Bales is director of the Chisholm Trail Museum here. When Sunni […]Wellington · Wellington Read Article

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