The Wellington Daily News teamed up with Rainbows United and the Wellington Airport to host the Kansas Wheat Festival Paper Airplane Contest last Saturday afternoon. Despite steamy temperatures and gusty winds, competitors of all ages enthusiastically took to the skies!
At the previous “To the Stars: Kansas Business Awards” ceremony, Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland shared his personal journey back to Kansas. While honoring businesses and individuals last fall, he challenged attendees to actively recruit talent back to the state.
Thursday, July 18 10am, Chamber Coffee at Memorial Auditorium. This week’s host is Jason Boyd, Boyd for Sheriff.
Toph came to us from the pound as a small puppy with her siblings. She is a tough little girl and survived the deadly parvovirus. We are so glad she did because she is a vibrant girl with lots of love to give! She is about a year old and weighs 45 pounds, the perfect size for a family to play with and then relax on the couch. Her sister was recently adopted and now Toph is the last of her litter to find a home. We urge you to visit her next time you come in, she is such a very loving girl! Stop in this week to meet Toph! We are open Wednesday through Friday 3-7pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. If you are interested in adoption, please complete the online application before you come in to speed up the adoption process. We go in order of application received, so the sooner you get in your application, the better! Toph is one of our Special Pets which means her adoption fee is waived to an approved applicant!
The Kansas Wheat Festival is in full swing, with our local streets brimming with carnival rides, unique contests, and exhibits that honor our community’s deep connection to agriculture. On Friday night, the parade will travel down Washington Avenue, continuing a tradition that has lasted for over a century.
Recently, two local Wellington residents were picking wild sand plums near the low-water bridge on the Chikaskia River. They decided to cool off in the water and, while wading, discovered a sizable piece of bone.
The newest retail establishment in historic downtown Wellington is aptly named “Then & Now Mercantile,” located at 112 South Washington Avenue. Shop and building owners Sean Bryant and Bill Lindley are hosting a soft opening this week during the Kansas Wheat Festival to introduce the community to their new store.
Next Tuesday, July 16th, marks the anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch in 1969. The mission, outlined by President John F.
Thursday, July 11 10am, Chamber Coffee at Memorial Auditorium. This week’s host is USA Connections.
