Feb 1, 2025 · By Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow — The Wellington City Council will be contemplating the issuance of $1.59 million in general obligation bonds to help finance outdoor pool improvements and a new splash pad.. Last month, the council unanimously approved accepting the bid of Dodlinger and Sons of Wichita, including the splash pad option for $330,000.

Jan 30, 2025 · By Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow — The Wellington boys rocked, the Wellington girls rolled, and the Crusaders swept Mulvane in its first combo performance in 22 days.. The Wellington boys defeated Mulvane 66-48, while the girls won 62-25 on the road Tuesday. The boys are on an eight-game winning streak with a record of 10-4, while the girls have improved to 13-1.

Rolan James Goyer, 85, of Belle Plaine, died at Winfield Senior Living Center on January 25, 2025. Rolan is survived by his wife, Dianne Goyer, of 27 years; stepdaughter Dawn Hentschke (Paul), son David Goyer (Kathleen), daughter Maria Rozell (Jami), grandchildren Rich, Sarah, Miles, Remington, and Rian, step-grandchildren Zachary and Carly, great-grandchildren Elita and Enessia; sister Nancy ...

Jan 24, 2025 · Sumner Newscow report – The Wellington boys reached the Chaparral Roadrunner Tournament Championship. Wellington defeated the Wichita Warriors Homeschool 47-44 in the semifinals tonight. The Crusaders will now play host Chaparral on Saturday at 4 p.m. for the chance to win the tournament championship since 201 .

Sumner Newscow report — The Cowley College Board of Trustees gathered for their January 21 meeting in the President’s Dining Room inside the McAtee Dining Center on the Ark City Main Campus, with a quorum of six trustees in attendance. Trustee Bob McGregor provided the invocation, and Chair Brett Bazil recited the College Mission Statement. Under Trustee Officer Election, Chair Bazil ...

9 hours ago · Sumner Newscow report — There was a minor bus accident after school on Tuesday, the Wellington USD 353 school announced.. According to the school administration office, a Durham bus was rear-ended by another vehicle after school on Tuesday. There were 11 students and a driver on the bus at the time.

Sumner Newscow report — Non-irrigated cropland prices in Kansas rose 3.8 percent last year, while pasture and hay ground increased by approximately 2.7 percent, according to information in the 2024 Kansas Agricultural Land Values and Trends publication released earlier this year.. Kansas State University farm economist Robin Reid said these figures point to land prices tapering off after ...

Sumner Newscow report — As a reminder, the City of Wellington dog tags are now available for 2025. The cost is $3.00 for spayed or neutered or $6.00 for unaltered dogs. To avoid a penalty, buy before March 1, 2025. Tags may be purchased only at City Hall.

Sumner Newscow report — A roundup of Tuesday’s basketball games and a look ahead at Friday’s games.. Tuesday night action: Boys Wellington 68 El Dorad0 46 The Crusaders started off slow, falling behind 8-5 in the first quarter, but outscored the Wildcats 20 …

Jan 14, 2025 · Sumner Newscow report — An injury accident occurred at K-53 and S. Hillside Road intersection on Sunday afternoon at 2:24 p.m.. Richard Weigal, 72, of Belle Plaine, was driving a 1994 GMC C3500 pickup southbound on Hillside Road when he struck a 2017 Toyota Corolla driven by Abdul Momand, 63, of Wichita.