Local News

Wilson FFA Members Win State Proficiency Awards

Three members of the Wilson FFA Chapter were recognized May 30 for having some of the best agricultural career experience programs in the state at the 85th Kansas FFA Convention.

Ellsworth County Crash Victims Identified

The Kansas Highway Patrol says four people who died Tuesday in an accident in Ellsworth County were from Colorado.

Harrison Graduates from KLETC

On May 24, 2013, Jordan Harrison, Russell Police Department, graduated with the 223rd basic police training class at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) in Hutchinson.

Week of May 27 Proclaimed Relay for Life Days in Russell

Russell Mayor Curt Mader signed a proclamation on May 21 naming the week of May 27 through June 2 "Relay for Life Days" in Russell to encourage participation in the 2013 Russell County Relay for Life event on June 1 at Russell High School.

2013 Business Appreciation Awards Announced

Kansas Commerce has announced their 2013 Business Appreciation Awards.

Russell Woman Injured in Rollover

A Russell woman was injured in a rollover in rural Graham County on Sunday evening, May 26.

Wilson FFA Member Vies for State Office

A member of the Wilson FFA Chapter is among the 15 candidates running for a state officer position to represent more than 8,000 Kansas FFA members for the 2013-2014 term.