2026 News Archive
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High Crude Oil Prices Push Up National Average
WASHINGTON, DC – The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is up 3 cents from last week at $4.10, which marks the highest it’s ever been on this date. This August is shaping up to be the...
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Scott City girls tennis to showcase several new players
Scott City, Kan. (westernkansasnews.com)–There won’t be a shortage of players for the Scott City girls tennis team this year. The 2026 team has 21 girls out for tennis on a squad that must replace...
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Riley County to hold 2027 budget and revenue neutral rate hearing Sept. 10
Riley County will hold its 2027 revenue-neutral rate and budget hearing Sept. 10, with the county’s proposed estimated tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The hearing will begin at 9 a.m.
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Riley County register of deeds reports higher revenue, document volume in 2026
The Riley County register of deeds office recorded more documents and generated more revenue through mid-August than it did during the same period in 2025, despite working with reduced staffing and...
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Summer Work Sets the Stage for Fall Success
By Ace Finch All fall sport’s practices officially began on Monday for Wellington Crusader athletes. But, for most of the students the work began early… Login to continue reading...
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Phones Down in School Zones
By Laura Lombardi As students head back to school and highway construction continues across Kansas, drivers have a new rule to remember: Don’t pick up… Login to continue reading...
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Phones Away: New Rules Coming to Wellington Schools
By Laura Lombardi Starting this fall, students in Wellington schools will have some new rules to follow when it comes to cell phones and other… Login to continue reading Login...
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Official Results Show Big Increase in Voter Turnout
By Laura Lombardi Last Tuesday, the results of the Aug. 4, 2026, Primary Election in Sumner County became official following the review of provisional ballots.… Login to continue reading...
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