According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin damage builds up over time, beginning with a person’s very first sunburn. The more a person’s skin burns, the greater his or her risk for skin…

On Saturday, June 21, from noon to 3:30 p.m., the public is invited to Pioneer Bluffs for a meal followed by two Prairie Talks with Chase County and K-State roots.

The day will begin at noon with a pic…

Home Health & Hospice of Dickinson County in Herington (HH&H), part of Memorial Health System in Abilene, has named Dale Kleinschmidt and Margie Thacker as the latest Herington Hero Award reci…

In a world increasingly shaped by convenience and detachment from the land, Ruth Bacon’s life stands as a testament to hard work, family heritage, and the quiet pride that comes from building so…

The Council Grove City Council met Tuesday, June 3, in a session marked by passionate discussion and ongoing debate surrounding the City Lake lease issue. Tensions, long simmering over the lake lease …

Last week Council Grove FFA’s Macey Hensley competed in the State Creed Speaking contest in Manhattan, where she placed 3rd. It was the 97th Kansas FFA State Convention.

The FFA Creed was written…

Jan Lyons of Manhattan, Kansas, has been selected as the 2025 National Golden Spur Award recipient for her contributions to the ranching and livestock industries. Lyons will receive the National Golde…

As summer approaches, the Council Grove Aquatic Center is preparing for a full season of swimming, lessons, and private events. Located at 500 Swimming Pool Lane in Council Grove, the Aquatic Center w…

The Community Thrift Store, located at 17 S. 5th Street in Council Grove, is a valuable asset to the area. New and gently used items donated by members of the community are carefully sorted by volunte…

The candidate filing deadline has closed for Morris County’s 2025 city, school, extension, and improvement district elections.

In city races: For Council Grove, Ryan G. McDonald and Mark Berner f…