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...Yesteryears

Compiled By Sarah Pitzer
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
70 YearsAug. 09, 1956 • Vol. 71, No. 43Bryant Holmes, Publisher • Bess Holmes, Asst Pub/EdA Girl― Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Burch are the parents of a baby girl, born Wednesday, Aug. 1, in a Garden City hospital. The little one has been named Bonnie June.
He stayed on longer than his hat did!

He stayed on longer than his hat did!

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More Scenes from the Wichita County Fair

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Under the Sea— er, TREE. Rita Smith, who took this photo, said that right before she got her camera, there were two parade-goers under the tree, swapping candy. Looks like a great place to stay cool and watch!Marie Fletcher points to one of the new lighted crosswalks.
A Friday Night Rodeo Saddle Bronc Rider. Did he make 8?

A Friday Night Rodeo Saddle Bronc Rider. Did he make 8?

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More 2026 WC Fair Scenes

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
2026 Wichita County Fair Parade Grand Marshals, Russ and Cathy Wiegers, driven in style by Deana Wiegers-Reh Leverett. Photo by Rita Smith
The new WCJSHS Principal, Mr. Rees McKinney.

The new WCJSHS Principal, Mr. Rees McKinney.

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Meet the New WCJSHS Principal, Mr. McKinney

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
The first day of classes for the 2026-27 school year is Thursday, August 13 for K-12. Many changes have occurred in the school district since the end of the 2025-26 year.

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Check it Out!

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
»POOL PARTY!GIVING AWAY backpacks stuffed with school supplies for any kids/families who could benefit. All are welcome, NO FEES, August 9th, 7pm-9pm.
Susannah Louderbaugh, WCED Executive Director

Susannah Louderbaugh, WCED Executive Director

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Main Street Sounds Come to Life in Downtown Leoti

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
By Susannah Louderbaugh, Director Wichita County Economic DevelopmentA new downtown speaker system transformed the heart of Leoti, just in time for the Wichita County Fair Parade.Downtown Leoti got a voice.

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County Commissioners Meet in Regular Session

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
COMMISSIONERS MEETINGDate: July 20, 2026 Time: 8:30am Meeting called to order by: Commissioner Carpenter Commissioners In attendance: Cole Carpenter, Jason Wells, and John Gould.Also in attendance: Junior Garcia, Lanna Kreutzer, Korina Wedel, and Kris Casper.Approval of June 29th...

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...Yesteryears

Compiled By Sarah Pitzer
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
70 YearsAug. 02, 1956 • Vol. 71, No. 42Bryant Holmes, Publisher • Bess Holmes, Asst Pub/EdLeoti Boy Scouts Return From Week In Colorado― Eighteen Boy Scouts and their leaders returned Saturday, July 28, from camping in the Colorado mountains for a week.
Laurali Masterson Provided

Laurali Masterson Provided

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Hill City educator concludes KACTE Presidency, passes gavel

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Laurali Masterson, a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Director at Hill City Junior-Senior High School and resident of Leoti, Kansas, has officially concluded her term as the 2025–2026 President of the Kansas Association of Career and Technical Education...
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