July 2017

Reflection Living is now open
A new assisted living facility in Dodge City has now opened.
Reflection Living, located at 2800 6th Ave., opened last week and has residents already on the way.
"We have our first coming in on …
Roundup ready for world class event
Dodge City Roundup is more than a local rodeo with regional appeal.
It’s a world-class championship that will feature nearly 1,000 contestants all vying for their share of the large purse available…
Trustees sell land to city
It’s a done deal.
The Dodge City Community College Board of Trustees voted to approve the sale of 3.1 acres of college land to the city of Dodge City for $550 at its monthly meeting on Tuesday at t…

Police seek shooting suspect
The Dodge City Police Department is looking for a suspect in a shooting that occurred on July 23.
According to DCPD Chief Drew Francis, at around 2:40 a.m. on July 23, DCPD officers were dispatched…
Parade coming this Saturday
More than 100 floats and entrants will work their way down Dodge City this Saturday for the 57th annual Dodge City Days Western Parade.
"The route has not changed from last year," Duane Nietling wi…
Racers return to track Friday
A shift to Friday night racing is in store for southwest Kansas this weekend with Dodge City Raceway Park hosting the popular "Driver Appreciation Night" event that features a full card of championsh…
Broccoli casserole
Our weather has been hot and humid this week. This morning it is looking like it could rain. We need rain and it would also cool everything off.
Daughter Elizabeth and sweet little Abigail came yes…
Two judges named to court
City officials have named two judges to the municipal court in place of outgoing Judge Michael Giardine.
The two new judges will be Laura Lewis and Daniel Love.
"The idea behind hiring two judges…

Dierksen is Administrator of the Year
Dodge City superintendent earns honor.