Refuge a mix of eco systems
Just outside of Stafford, Kansas is Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, more than 22,000 acres of contradictions.
"Our refuge is filled with wetlands," said Mike Oldham, refuge manager. "The thing is…
July 2016
Velasquez Victorious Again at Dodge City
After surrendering the Precise Racing Products DCRP Sprint Car points lead during the recent "Boothill Showdown", Taylor Velasquez rebounded by wiring the field in Saturday night’s 20-lap feature ato…
Marijuana, theft, burglary law changes
On Friday, several new law changes went into effect that were signed in by Governor Sam Brownback in May.
Of those new law were penalties to marijuana possession, theft and burglary.
"The Legisla…
3 Things To Do
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The Ford County Fair continues Saturday with the horse…
King and Queen candidates
The Ford County 4-H Exchange Group hosts the annual 4-H King and Queen Contest during the 2016 Ford County Fair.
Each club selects a king and queen candidate who raises money up until the night of …
Bagworms
Even though we are in the middle of a heat wave, I have been getting phone calls bagworms and their spindle-shaped bags. Generally, from about mid-May through the end of June, larvae hatch from egg…
Group receives funds for veterans
The Ford County Volunteer Center and RSVP has provided transportation to seniors and those with disabilities since 1971.
The volunteers transport citizens to medical appointments, take them shoppin…
A’s sweep doubleheader
The Dodge City A’s took advantage of a makeshift lineup and pitching staff from the Haysville Aviators in game one of Friday night’s doubleheader.
The A’s won game one 12-0 behind a 15 hit performa…
Edwards finds a home at Roundup
DODGE CITY, Kan. – Josh Edwards has movie star looks and a Hollywood swagger.
That’s served him well in his multifaceted career. Not only is Edwards considered one of best pickup men in ProRodeo, h…
Possible liquor law changes
Current liquor laws in Ford County state establishments must sell more than 30 percent in food sales to not be considered a private club.
Some local establishments want to change that.
The Boot H…