It has been 30 years since Kevin Gant’s life changed forever on a stormy June 8, 1995, night just south of Wilsey, Kansas. What began as a routine evening—returning home after farming&mdas…

The 2025 Washunga Days Parade brought excitement, color, and creativity to Council Grove as participants lined up to showcase their community spirit. With floats, vintage vehicles, horses, and more, t…

The Council Grove Marina is hosting its seventh event of the season— Lizardskin Karaoke with Rob and Carmen—on Friday, June 28, from 6 to 10 p.m. on the popular Parrot Patio.

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When Suzan Brydon walked into Corks and Coffees at the Press Room in Council Grove earlier this month, she was simply in search of a refreshment and a brief break from the road. What she left behind w…

Knowing how to respond when confronted with a medical emergency is vital knowledge that can save lives, including one’s own. Emergency medical personnel like EMTs and first responders in law enf…

Colton Elsen (right) and Tanner Buchman are the winners of the 2025 Washunga Button Hunt. Elsen located the first button on Monday, the first day of the contest. Tanner and Ashley Buchman looked for t…

A significant step forward has been made in addressing the staffing challenges at Council Grove Lake brought on by the federal hiring freeze. Gary Kepley, Deputy Op erations Project Manager for the Ka…

Calvary Lutheran Church, located at 715 E. Main Street in Council Grove, is celebrating a major milestone— its 80th anniversary. The public is invited to join in the celebration on Sunday, June …

Summer party season requires having plenty of refreshing, and easy-toprepare offerings for family, friends and other guests. Salads come in all shapes and sizes, and can feature a versatile mix of ing…