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Serving rural communities through strong local healthcare is something Josh Thaden understands both personally and professionally. His first experience in healthcare began while serving in the U.S.

After 25 years of service, Rooks County Economic Development Director prepares for retirement After more than two decades of leadership, Rooks County’s longtime Economic Development Director, Roger Hrabe, is preparing to retire from his role that has helped shape the county’s economic landscape...

On Wednesday, March 11, the Kansas FFA Foundation announced seven district-level finalists for the 2026 Golden Owl recognition—ag teachers from across the state who were nominated by students, parents, colleagues, and community members for their exceptional service to students, FFA chapters, and...

A Wichita man is behind bars on a $100,000 bond after he was arrested in Stockton on February 25, 2026, setting off a chain of criminal charges that would follow in Rooks County District Court.

A recent series of vehicle accidents in Rooks County has underscored the persistent hazards posed by deer on local roadways.

Starting the Rooks County Commission morning session on Tuesday, March 3rd, was a meeting with treasurer Denise Murchie. She presented the commissioners with a timeline for the upcoming tax sale. She noted that 190 parcels were listed, along with the newspaper printing expense.

The Dane G. Hansen Foundation of Logan, Kansas has named 229 high school seniors from 47 Northwest Kansas schools as winners in its 51st annual scholarship competition.

For Kansas gardeners, St. Patrick’s Day means something much more than donning a favorite green outfit and heading to local celebrations.

On Tuesday, March 3, Plainville USD 270 voters made a significant investment in the future of their schools. The community decisively approved a $5.49 million bond to improve local school facilities, though a second, larger $7.05 million proposal did not gain enough support.