Month: February 2026
Notable People: The Other August Obenland
Last week this column shared the life of August Gottlieb Obenland, a pioneer plumber and tinsmith who spent decades in Clay Center. A full version
Dickinson County Health Department Becomes Breast Milk Drop-Off Site
Photo Courtesy of Canva The Dickinson County Health Department is now a designated drop-off site for donated breast milk, providing local mothers with a convenient
Republic County Hires new Economic Development Director
Photo Courtesy of Canva Chris Zach has been selected as the new director of Republic County Economic Development following a special meeting of the board
Obituary-Richard “Dick” Hinkle
Richard “Dick” Hinkle, 73, Washington, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the Washington County Hospital surrounded by family and friends from complications from cancer.
Kansas State River Valley Extension to Host Heart-Healthy Eating Series in Clay Center
By: Ryan Duey Photo Courtesy of RVED The Kansas State River Valley Extension will offer four nutrition presentations in March focused on ‘Heart Healthy Eating
Rep. Davids Delivers 650+ Valentine’s Cards to Veterans at Lenexa VA as Part of Annual Program
Image courtesy of the office of Rep. Sharice Davids U.S. Representative Sharice Davids delivered Valentine’s Day cards to veterans at the Lenexa VA as part
K-State Introduces Service Robot To Assist Hospitality Students
By Payton Tholstrup Image courtesy of K-State According to a recent WIBW article written by Carson Shea, Kansas State University is pairing students with a
Tuttle Creek Cove Ramp, Parking Closure Begins March 8th
By Payton Tholstrup Image courtesy of Tuttle Creek Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Beginning on March 8th, the boat ramp and ramp parking lots
Kerr-Mills Act: Eisenhower Library Lunch and Learn Set for Feb. 26th
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum Photo Courtesy of Eisenhower Library The February Lunch & Learn program is scheduled on February 26, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Kansas Supreme Court to Hold Special Session in Abilene
Photo Courtesy of Canva The Kansas Supreme Court will hold a special evening session on March 10 in Abilene as part of its outreach effort