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Cody Farra to become Eagle Scout

Cody Farra, a junior at Dodge City High School and Life Scout for Boy Scout Troop 162, recently completed his service project for Eagle Scout.
According to assistant scoutmaster David Geist, Farra'…

The 3i SHOW

One of Dodge City's biggest annual events was conceived on May 25, 1949 at the Hotel Roberts in Pratt, Kansas.
That is when and where a group of manufacturers organized the Western Kansas Manufactu…

Senior companions honored for service

Six Ford County Senior Companions were honored for their service with the program at the monthly in-service meeting at Park Plaza Tower in Dodge City on Aug. 1.
Those honored were:
Emmett "Mac" W…

Wright Park Zoo gets new logo

The Wright Park Zoo will have a new logo.
During the Dodge City commissioners meeting on Monday, commissioners approved the new logo as part of the Wright Park Zoo Master Plan project.
"With the …

Lilacs turning brown

I have had several calls in recent weeks of lilacs whose leaves are turning brown and appear to be dying.
Upon closer inspection, many times it does not appear to be a disease, but an abiotic condi…

Jetmore native wins teaching award

Christine Wilson, a Jetmore native, was recognized this year for her dedication to educating young people in the field of agriculture at Kansas State University.
She won the David Mugler Outstandin…

City approves SkyWest Airways for new EAS

Dodge City commissioners on Monday approved a new Essential Air Service provider for Dodge City Airport.
According to Dodge City Airport manager Corey Keller, through the Airport Advisory Board and…