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Troy Waymaster
Local Rep. Waymaster Appointed to Build Kansas Advisory Committee

The Speaker of the House for the Kansas House of Representatives, Daniel Hawkins, announced that he has appointed Representative Troy L. Waymaster to serve on the Build Kansas Advisory Committee.

Jun 02, 2023
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Local Russell FFA Member Wins State FFA Agriscience Research Plant Systems Proficiency Award

A member from the Russell FFA chapter was awarded a Proficiency Award at the 95th Kansas FFA Convention on June 1 on the Kansas State University campus.

Jun 01, 2023
Gracie Karst 2023 FFA Agriscience Research Integrated Systems Proficiency Award
Local Russell FFA Member Wins State FFA Agriscience Research Integrated Systems Proficiency Award

A member from the Russell FFA chapter was awarded a Proficiency Award at the 95th Kansas FFA Convention on June 1 on the Kansas State University campus.

Jun 01, 2023
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Local Russell City Council Will Meet June 6

The Russell City Council will meet Tuesday, June 6 at 4:30 PM at City Hall.

Jun 01, 2023
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Local November 7 City, School General Election Field Set

The field for the November 7 City and School General Election in Russell County has been set.

Jun 01, 2023
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Local Russell County Commissioners Will Meet June 5

The Russell County Commissioners will meet Monday, June 5 at the Russell County Courthouse beginning at 9 AM.

Jun 01, 2023
Nathan Cartlich
Local Traffic Stop Near Great Bend Results in Meth Arrest

On June 1 just before 2 AM, a Barton County Sheriff's deputy stopped a vehicle on US Highway 281 near milepost 102 just south of the city of Great Bend for an equipment violation.

Jun 01, 2023
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Local Russell VFW Post 6240 Encourages Remembrance of D-Day

Tuesday, June 6 is D-Day. On this date 79 years ago, the Allied invasion of Normandy, France took place in what was known as Operation Overlord during World War II.

May 31, 2023
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Local City of Russell Crews Moving to Summer Heat Schedule June 5

Summer heat can exceed 100 degrees making it difficult for anyone who works outdoors. To reduce the potential for heat-related illness, City of Russell departments will begin a summer heat schedule on...

May 31, 2023
Dry Dirt
Local Russell Experiences Fifth Driest March Through May on Record This Year

Russell experienced its fifth driest March through May time period on record this year according to the National Weather Service in Wichita.

May 30, 2023
Smoky Hill-Saline Regional Advisory Committee
Local Kansas Water Authority Regional Advisory Committee Membership Drive

Citizen advisors have been an important voice supporting water resource planning efforts in Kansas for decades.

May 30, 2023
Kansas Department of Commerce
Local Kansas Launches Broadband Speed Test, Comprehensive Expansion Plan

The Kansas Office of Broadband Development is developing a comprehensive strategic plan to expand broadband infrastructure statewide and ensure every Kansan has access to reliable high-speed internet.

May 30, 2023