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2025 Hydrant Testing Schedule

The following is the schedule for the 2025 Fire Hydrant testing. The schedule will be followed as closely as possible.

Conversations

Former Ag Secretary Worries About Trade Policies 

Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman pushed for deepening relationships and maintaining international growth opportunities for Kansas farmers at a meeting of state political and agricultural leaders Wednesday….

Wellington’s People

Fans Fill Retro Bowl for High-Stakes Kingpin Classic

Last Saturday, Wellington’s Retro Bowl was buzzing with energy as bowlers and spectators filled the 10-lane center for a high-stakes tournament worth more than $1,000. Twenty-six competitors — each paying…

News

A Simple Life of Service: Remembering Geraldine McEachern

On August 15, Wellington lost longtime resident Geraldine Ann (Harris) McEachern. In many ways, her life exemplified a beautiful arc of individual achievement, devotion to family, and dedicated service to community.

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Kids & Connections

Bushels of Fun With Scarecrow Contest

It’s that time of year — when downtown light poles get a seasonal makeover with straw bales, plaid shirts, and maybe even a pumpkin head or two! The 6th Annual Scarecrow Light Pole Decorating Contest is here, and it’s time to let your imagination run wild. Whether you’re a business, school club, organization, or simply…
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Sports

Girls Golf Finish 2nd in Pre-State Matchup

The Wellington girls golf team teed off their season last week at Carey Park in Hutchinson last Thursday. The tournament was a pre-state invitational with the best 16 teams in 4A competing.

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Stay Informed

2025 Hydrant Testing Schedule

The following is the schedule for the 2025 Fire Hydrant testing. The schedule will be followed as closely as possible.

Conversations

Former Ag Secretary Worries About Trade Policies 

Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman pushed for deepening relationships and maintaining international growth opportunities for Kansas farmers at a meeting of state political and agricultural leaders Wednesday.

Wellington’s People

Fans Fill Retro Bowl for High-Stakes Kingpin Classic

Last Saturday, Wellington’s Retro Bowl was buzzing with energy as bowlers and spectators filled the 10-lane center for a high-stakes tournament worth more than $1,000. Twenty-six competitors — each paying a $100 entry fee —…