News
Wellington Airwaves Reach Finland
The team at KLEY 104.1 FM / 1130 AM Thunder Country received quite a surprise last week when an email arrived from a listener — in Finland. Radio enthusiast Mika Makelainen contacted the Wellington station after picking up its signal in a remote part of Lapland, the largest and northernmost region of Finland, located about…
Community Happenings
Cowboys, Gunfights and Longhorns
Last weekend, the Border Queen community of Caldwell transformed into a scene straight out of the Wild West as annual Chisholm Trail Festival patrons rode into town in full force. Gun slingers, Buffalo Soldiers, cowboys and majestic longhorn cattle filled the street, bringing the spirit of the frontier to life.
Kids & Connections
Gregory and Brungardt Are Governor's Scholars
Two seniors from Wellington High School were recently recognized among the top academic students in the state during the 43rd Annual Governor’s Scholars Awards Program held Sunday, May 3, in Topeka. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly invited 527 high school seniors from across the state to attend the ceremony, which honors the top 1% of Kansas…
Sports
Track Hosts Home Meet: Both Finish First
The Wellington track teams hosted the Wellington Invitational last week. Both the Crusaders and Lady Crusaders finished in first place with seven teams in the meet.