Painting 'The U'

Ulysses High School students in the JAG-K program at UHS put primer on the big U, preparing it for paint and ultimately Tiger stripes.

Managing Editor/Publisher It rests on a hill, weathering each and every storm passing through - baking in the heat of a Southwest Kansas sun or laying stone cold during freezing winter months. …

School District Moves Forward With Popcorn Factory Trade-Off

The interior of the old Weaver Popcorn Factory has been utilized as storage by USD 214 since 2010.

The old Weaver Popcorn Company building in Ulysses has been used by USD 214 for storage since the district purchased the building in June 2010. But the building is so large and there’s more space than the district needs, the district is looking to downsize into a new facility.

City Creates Reinvestment Housing Incentive District

The Ulysses City Council has long recognized the need for more affordable housing in Ulysses, and September 25, made it a little easier for builders to bring more housing to town with the creation of a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. The council got the idea because of interest in a plot of undeveloped land off South Main Street south of McDonald’s bordered by East Miller Avenue, South Glenn Street and East McDowell Avenue.

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Police Activity Log

The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from Oct. 1-6, 2024. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. October 1 …

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The Resilient Crop Of the Plains: Sorghum's Storied Past, Future in Western Kansas

From the early days of farming in Western Kansas, one crop has consistently risen above the rest, thriving in the unforgiving climate of the High Plains. That crop is sorghum - a versatile grass known by many names, with deep roots in history and agriculture. As autumn arrives, sorghum fields burst into color, their vibrant heads a testament to the plant's durability and value.

"We are human. And so are you."

Mistakes - oh how I hate them. But, one thing about it - I am not alone by any means. If you are human, you make mistakes. It just comes with the territory. So what is the problem? …

Cimarron Regional Advisory Committee Discusses Local Consult Water Meeting

The Cimarron Regional Advisory Committee of the Kansas Water Office held an Online Zoom meeting Sept. 25 to discuss the recent Local Consult meeting Sept. 18 in Dodge City. The committee discussed the results and outlined their responses and what they want to prioritize moving forward.

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Obituaries

Dorothy Dee (Crooks) Rubart

Dorothy Dee (Crooks) Rubart, formerly of Ulysses, passed away peacefully September 28, at her home in Fayetteville, Ark., surrounded by the love and care of the family she dedicated her life to. …

Benedict Conrad Meier Jr.

Benedict Conrad Meier Jr. (Ben or Benny),was born June 30, 1942, in Garden City. Entered into rest July 5, at his home in Neosho, Mo., at the age of 82. Benny served in the United States …

Kimberly Kay Schmidt

Kimberly Kay Schmidt, 63, passed away August 1, in Wichita, Kans. She was born April 20, 1961, in Hutchinson, Kans. She proudly graduated from Hutchinson High School in Hutchinson, Kansas. …

Irene Chavez

Irene Chavez, 90, died Friday, August 23, at her home in Garnett, Kans., surrounded by her loved ones. She was born September 10, 1933, in Fort McKavett, Texas, the daughter of Enrique and …

Margene Shorter

CLEMSON, S.C. - Margene Shorter passed from this life at the Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca, South Carolina August 13, after a short illness, she was 94. Margene was born March 12, …

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Virtual Job Fair July 26 To Showcase Hundreds Of Available State Positions

TOPEKA – Jobseekers are encouraged to attend the upcoming State of Kansas Agencies Virtual Job Fair from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday, July 26. This virtual fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, will …

Kansas Nonprofits Receive More Than $4M From Community Service Program Tax Credits

Governor Laura Kelly recently announced that $4.1 million in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits has been awarded to 36 nonprofit organizations across the state to boost fundraising efforts …

KSHSAA In Need Of Game Officials

Officials are needed to officiate over high school sporting events in Kansas. The KSHSAA Officials Department oversees the licensing and testing of the Kansas High School officials. Officials …

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Tigers Dominate Ulysses Meet

Lizbeth Urena won the gold medal in the JV girls race in Johnson last Saturday.

The cross country squads from Kepley and UHS competed in their home meet at Bentwood Golf Course Tuesday afternoon, and many of the teams dominated the competition. The Kepley seventh grade boys …

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