The Flint Hills Chapter of the Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation (QUWF) will host its annual banquet and auction on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Morris County 4-H Building in Council Grove, Kansas. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.
The United States Postal Service is facing a financial crisis that could disrupt mail delivery nationwide, with potential consequences for businesses, rural communities, and newspapers like the Council Grove Republican that depend on consistent service.
For many years, the word “PRIDE” carried meaning in Council Grove, Kansas, not just as a name, but as a reflection of volunteer-driven efforts to improve the community. From the colorful tourism banners lining Main Street to the familiar flower pots that brighten the downtown corridor, and even the marketing support behind the local Farmer’s Market, those projects did not happen by accident. They were the result of citizens stepping forward with time, ideas, and a shared commitment to place.
The Farmers State Bank, Dwight, will sponsor Electronic Waste Collection Days on Tuesday, March 31, from 1 pm to 6 pm, and Wednesday, April 1, from 1-4 p.m.
A Wednesday morning fire at 330 Huffaker St., the location of Berean Baptist Church in Council Grove, has left the building likely a total loss, according to church leadership.
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