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This graph shows what percent the aquifer has decreased since pumping began. GMD 3 takes up the southwest corner of Kansas. Kansas Geological Survey

This graph shows what percent the aquifer has decreased since pumping began. GMD 3 takes up the southwest corner of Kansas. Kansas Geological Survey

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Kansas farming is critical to the state’s economy. How do we save water without hurting it?

Calen Moore High Plains Public Radio | Kansas News
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Southwest Kansas farmers have a tough task: Decide on a plan to reduce their irrigation or have the state decide it for them. Groundwater Management District 3 is proposing an unprecedented district-wide conservation area. But a lot of farmers think there are some holes in this plan.
Ames and Baker Compete at High School State Trap Shoot

Ames and Baker Compete at High School State Trap Shoot

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Ames and Baker Compete at High School State Trap Shoot

Photos And Story By Allen Baker
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Maddie Ames and Marcy Baker travelled to Sedgwick, Kansas, on June 14, to compete in the 2025 Kansas State High School Clay Target League TRAP State Tournament. They were two of 859 competitors in the 1A division.There were 91 teams in the 1A division and 50 teams in the 2A division this year.
Greg and Linda See display their 2025 Kansas Bankers Association Windbreak Award. (Provided)

Greg and Linda See display their 2025 Kansas Bankers Association Windbreak Award. (Provided)

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Greg and Linda See win Kansas Bankers Association 2025 Windbreak Award

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Normally this issue would belong to the Kansas Bankers Awards Annual Meeting and the celebration of the award recipients. Unfortunately, this year’s meeting was canceled because of the recent storm.Fortunately, we are still able to honor the 2025 Windbreak Award winners, Greg and Linda See.
The Litster family: J.J. and Samantha, with their two daughters, aged 2 and 4. Provided

The Litster family: J.J. and Samantha, with their two daughters, aged 2 and 4. Provided

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Meet JJ Litster, PA-C, at WCHC

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Shortly after the Litsters moved to town, I saw JJ in the grocery store and we chatted for a minute. I warned him I would be sending him a questionnaire of introduction so that we could write about him and welcome him and his family to town. And that’s where my brain short-circuited.
Between the Stacks

Between the Stacks

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Between the Stacks

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Blind Date with A Book is BACK! Stop in to pick a book and get entered into the giveaway. We will draw winners on 2/21/26.

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School Menu

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
BreakfastThurs, Jan. 29- Sausage Breakfast sandwich; Pineapple chunksFri, Jan.30 - Whole grain muffin; Tropical fruitMon, Feb. 02- Mini waffles; Syrup; Fresh pineappleTues, 03- Star spangled pancakes; Sausage patty; Tropical fruitWed, Feb.

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Senior Center Menu

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Meals are served Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. and are available to all. Guests of any age welcome. Meals for those 60 years of age or older are $3.50 and under 60 are $7.50. Lunches need to be ordered one day in advance. Delivery is available for home bound residents.

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Notice: The Native Sun Policy on Letters to the Editor

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The Wichita County Native Sun encourages Letters to the Editor.Each letter must include the author's name, postal or e-mail address, and daytime telephone number (addresses and phone numbers will not be published).
A screen grab of ICE agent Jonathan Ross, circled in red, fatally shooting Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Daily Beast/YouTube

A screen grab of ICE agent Jonathan Ross, circled in red, fatally shooting Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Daily Beast/YouTube

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Take my pennies. Here are two.

Rob Taylor, Editor
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
I have lately been made aware of members of this community taking to social media to voice their complaints about the content of this newspaper and the supposed political leanings of the staff and ownership thereof. Apparently it’s time we discuss our individual responsibilities.
City Center

City Center

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City Center

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
• Dog Licensure: DIV 2, Sec. 6-82. - Required. (a) Owners of any dog over six months of age shall annually register the owners name and address with the city clerk and the name, sex, and description of each dog owned and kept in the city.
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