Shane Watts Signed by New England Patriots
Former Fort Hays State running back Shane Watts was signed by the New England Patriots of the National Football League on Tuesday (Aug. 12).
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One mill "cushion" stays in County 2026 Budget
Ellis County Commissioners acknowledged on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 that 1 mill (approximately $542,695) could be removed from the 2026 Budget.
Monarchs roll past Kraken in NBC finals
The Hutchinson Monarchs scored early and often to break the Prosper Lonestar Kraken 21-4 Saturday night in the finals of the 91st National Baseball Congress World Series at Equity Bank Park.
Leo: Another good season for Larks
After winning the National Baseball Congress World Series for the first time in program history last summer, the Hays Larks finished in a tie for third at this year’s season finale in Wichita.
42nd Annual Herzogfest welcomes back Wes Cossman Band, Steinholds and Heritage Market
This Friday and Saturday, Aug. 8 – 9, Victoria welcomes all area residents to celebrate Volga German traditions with activities for all ages at the 42nd Annual Herzogfest.
Giving it her all
July 28, 2025 - When Jayden Minkler is at the Phillipsburg Rodeo, she's all in.
Kansas Profile – Now That's Rural: Kevin and Christina Miller, Uneak Wood
The furniture is beautiful. The construction is excellent. The design is unique – or maybe, Uneak.
County Commissioners reverse on ECHS 2026 increased funding request, decline increased ACCESS funding
County Commissioners have changed their minds about denying Ellis County Historical Society’s (ECHS’s) request for increased funding next year, according to the not-yet-approved Commission’s July. 21, 2025 Work Session minutes.
Larks seek World Series repeat
Manager Frank Leo counts on the experience gained last year to help his Hays Larks this summer as they seek to repeat as champions at the 91st National Baseball Congress World Series in Wichita.
