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Council hears streetscape update, approves trailer parking ordinance
The Council Grove City Council met for its regular meeting Tuesday, June 2, at City Hall.
Newland discusses Schmidt campaign during CG visit
Joe Newland, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor on gubernatorial candidate Vicki Schmidt’s ticket, visited the Council Grove Republican office Tuesday as part of an early campaign swing through Kansas communities.
Wilkens named 3A Coach of the Year
Braves earn state, league honors Council Grove Braves Baseball Coach Matt Wilkens and several members of the Braves’ 2026 team received postseason recognition following a 26-2 season that placed Council Grove among the top programs in Class 3A. Wilkens was named the 2026 KABC 3A All-State Baseball Coach of the Year after leading the Braves through a season that included 26 wins and only two losses. The honor came as five Council Grove players also received all-state recognition from the Kansas Association of Baseball Coaches.
Kohler runs for reelection as District 1 MC commissioner
Wayne Kohler has announced his candidacy for re-election as Morris County Commissioner for District 1. Kohler has served as District 1 commissioner for 12 years. In announcing his candidacy, he said he has been honored to represent voters in the district and described his time on the commission as both “an eye-opening experience and a rewarding one.” “I make no promises,” Kohler said. “I will be fair and use common sense.”