Remembering Adam With AMovie
Tomorrow’s “Throwback Thursday” movie at the Wellington Regent Theatre is extra special. “I try to do something in his memory around Christmas time each year,” shared Jessica Yunker Ricke.
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A Thrifty Remodel
Years ago when Colette Kocour’s kids were in high school, one belonged to “Key Club”. When the Club began volunteering to decorate the windows at the MIssion Thrift Store, Kocour got involved.
Another Season Opening Win
The Lady Crusaders opened their 2023-2024 season at home last Friday night with a victory over Mulvane. It was Wellington’s fourth straight season opening win.
The Downtown Christmas Tree Has Arrived!
Last Friday afternoon, Larry Norris delivered this year’s Christmas tree downtown. It was installed in a new location this year in Heritage Park next to Memorial Auditorium.
Cowboys Compete on a Chilly Afternoon
Shooters competing in the Cowboy Action Shoot last Saturday at Trigger Guard didn’t let the frosty temperatures deter their enthusiasm. There were 5 stages; a round count of 10 on the pistol, 10 on the rifle and 4 on the shotgun for each stage.
Westmoreland Graduates From KU’s Heartland CPM Program
Newly re-elected Wellington City Councilman and Sumner County Undersheriff Mike Westmoreland graduated from the Kansas Certified Public Manager Program last week. The management and leadership development program is designed to equip public managers with the skills needed to excel in their current roles, as well as those to which they aspire.
The new limestone monument
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The Kansas Forest Service
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Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Helping Veterans
U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids of eastern Kansas and Mark Alford of western Missouri secured U.S. House approval of legislation designed to make it easier for veterans to use federal resources to start a business after completing military service.
Cowley College Chat
Plans are underway for the launch of the Wind Energy Technology program on the Sumner Campus this spring. The instructor, James Wood, has extensive industry experience and is excited about building a destination program here in South Central Kansas.