2026 News Archive

Special courts helps veterans stay out of jail, but staff losses and cuts are threatening their work

May 25, 2026

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President Donald Trump endorses Kansas Senate president in GOP campaign for governor

May 24, 2026

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FLAGS OF REMEMBRANCE

May 24, 2026

This article has no body content. Wyatt Moore joins fellow Boy Scouts putting out Memorial Day flags Saturday at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Moore salutes after…

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Lansing girls capture state swim title

May 24, 2026

Kyle BelangerSports correspondentThe Lansing High School girls’ swim team has reached the top of the mountain.With wins in four of the 12 events, coach David…

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Trump administration will make green card hopefuls return to home countries before applying

May 24, 2026

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A Kansas memorial lists 15 Black soldiers killed during the Civil War. Their lives are a mystery.

May 24, 2026

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Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege.

May 23, 2026

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SUPER SENIORS | The Mercury's 2026 Flint Hills All-Academic Team

May 23, 2026

It’s that time of year when students complete their high school education and walk across the stage. Some area students receiving their diplomas stand out from their peers, with exceptional grades...

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With his high school freshman year done, my son looks ahead. Where does the time go?

May 23, 2026

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Rural hospitals could see relief under bipartisan proposal co-sponsored by Kansas reps

May 22, 2026

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