Kiddie Tractor Pull opens Grant County Fair

Kids from ages 3-12 showed their leg power at the annual Kiddie Tractor Pull, Saturday morning in the Commercial Building during the Grant County Fair. The fair wraps up this weekend with the Ulysses …

Wind Takes Roof Of Peddlers Inn, Residents Are Evacuated

Workers were busy beginning work on the roof of the Peddler's Inn last week following a storm system which went through the area and took the roof from the building. The Ulysses News spoke with a resident of the Peddler's Inn who warned of a broken gas main near the building and said she was going to have to find a new place to live. Both she and a juvenile male who was with her said the incident was

Managing Editor/Publisher A storm system which came through July 16, resulted in extensive damage and the evacuation of Peddlers Inn in Ulysses. Grant County Fire Chief John Osborn said he …

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The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from July 15-21, 2024. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. July 15 …

Grant County Health Department Administrator Denise James, RHIT, cuts the ribbon to celebrate the opening of the department's new building. Along with James were members of her staff, Grant County Chamber of Commerce, and the Grant County Commissioners.

Grant County Health Department Celebrates New Building

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Life In The Headlights

Normally just another day, July 13 will now go down in the history books. It will forever be remembered as the day a 20-year-old man attempted to kill former President Donald Trump. The shooter …

County Commission Discusses Joint Police Dispatch With Stanton County

Area News Editor news1@ulyssesnews.com Grant County Commissioners discussed a recent proposal from Stanton County to consolidate police dispatch services at its July 16 meeting, with the …

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The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from July 8-14, 2024. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. July 8 …

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El Condado De Grant Celebra Los Resultados 'Máximos Históricos' De 2022

Grant County Gives celebra los resultados 'máximos de todos los tiempos' de 2022"¡¡Estamos celebrando!!!", declaró un representante de Grant County Gives en un comunicado de …

Próximos Eventos - 25 de Noviembre de 2022

Café de Cámara Esta semana no hay Café de Cámara. Si su empresa u organización está interesada en organizar café, llame a la Cámara al …

Arredondo Obtiene Vida Por Muerte De Niño En 2019

Un residente de Ulysses acusado de la muerte en 2019 del hijo de su entonces novia, fue sentenciado el miércoles 16 de noviembre a cadena perpetua. Uraquio “Rocky” Agustin …

Próximos Eventos - 18 de Noviembre de 2022

Café de Cámara El Café de Cámara será el viernes en Bear Creek Coffee Co, 107 N. Baughman St. La Fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Grant …

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Obituaries

Eldon F. Bultman

With heavy hearts yet joyful memories, we share the passing of Eldon F. Bultman, a man whose quick laughter and warm smile was felt by all, and whose love resonated in the hearts of his family. Eldon …

Judy Harrell

Judy Harrell, 79, of Tooele, Utah, passed away peacefully in Salt Lake City, Utah, on June 10, 2024. Born in Meade, Kansas, on the Mull Ranch to John Victor Spurgeon and Donna Bell Spurgeon, Judy was …

Ramona Lea Straw-Catherwood

Ramona Lea Straw-Catherwood earned her wings June 18, in Oklahoma City, Okla. Ramona was loved dearly and was surrounded by family at the time of passing. Ramona was born in Benton, Kans., …

Lavonne Michael

Lavonne Michael, 89, Ulysses, died Thursday, July 11, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kans. She was born October 11, 1934, in Ellijay, Georgia, the daughter of Ottis William and …

Robert Bruce Carter

Robert Bruce Carter, 76, Ulysses, died Saturday, July 6, at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, Kans. He was born December 25, 1947, in Garden City, Kans., the son of Robert …

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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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Ulysses Stampede: Come See The 'Greatest Show On Dirt'

A contestant gets ready to make his ride during last year's Ulysses Stampede Rodeo. J&R Rodeo is the contractor for the Ulysses Stampede set for this weekend in Ulysses as part of the Grant County Fair activities.

Grant County Fair has been buzzing with activity and this weekend will be the opportunity for residents and visitors to take in the "greatest show on dirt".

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Armani Ysac pitches April 18 in Hooker, Oklahoma.

Ysac named ‘Sports in Kansas’ honorable mention all-state

Ulysses High School graduate Armani Ysac is seen pitching April 18 in Hooker, Okla. Ysac was named “Sports in Kansas” Class 4A all-state honorable mention for his performance during the …

Harbour earns ‘Sports in Kansas’ All-State nod

Sports in Kansas released its annual list (since 2012) of all-state softball player honors along with coach of the year honors. Every KSHSAA team in Kansas is eligible for honors (this is media …

Lady Tigers Split With Hugoton; Tigers Sweep Eagles, Broncs

A seventh inning rally fell just short for the Ulysses Lady Tigers on April 9 as the visiting Hugoton Eagles held on for an 11-10 win in the first game of a double header. The Lady Tigers took an L in the first game but bounced back for an 8-4 win in the second game to improve their record to 3-5.

Hickok Elementary Students Earn Pink 'Shout Outs'

Check out these skills we will focus on at Hickok Elementary! Students will receive pink shout outs when they apply these in their school day!! Set goals! Mistakes are ok! Use positive self talk! …

Headlines of Yesterday's News/ Blast From the Past

10 years ago(March 28, 2013) There are three candidates running for school board this election: Chris Branch, Margaret Nightengale, and Ron Smith. The three were running unopposed. Grant County …

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Happy Grandparents Day

What is the history of Grandparents' Day? The idea of celebrating this day has been discussed for a long time and dates back to the 1960s. In the next decade, the efforts began to increase as, …