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For more than a century, the story of the Hugoton Gas Field has been one of constant evolution. Company names have changed, ownership has shifted, technologies have advanced, and generations of …
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Staff Report
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7/22/26
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When I came to The Ulysses News almost six years ago, I was looking for something to fill a void. I had lost my husband to cancer in 2020, and needless to say - I was lost.
I needed something to …
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7/14/26
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There are moments in life when change slips quietly into our routine, and then there are moments when it arrives like a summer storm across the High Plains, altering the landscape almost overnight. …
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By Tyler Hook
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7/14/26
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There was plenty to do over the Fourth of July weekend, including the Suavecito Car Show. This was the first year for the event, which took place at Frazier Park. Organizers say 123 vehicles "came …
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7/14/26
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This week’s Responder of the Month Nominee is Grant County Sheriff James Biddle.
Sheriff Biddle, who was also selected for this honor in 2025, has had a long, distinguished career in law …
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Staff Report
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7/14/26
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The dog days of summer have already shown just how hot they can be. If you need a "little cool down" check out The Ice Cream Shop Paleteria in Ulysses.
Located at 211 South Main Street, the …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka, Managing Editor/Publisher
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7/14/26
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Pioneer Electric Cooperative has awarded the Grant County Extension Council a $400 grant courtesy of the cooperative’s Helping Us Give To Society (H.U.G.S.) program. The grant will fund …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/14/26
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The following information is some of the calls and arrests reported from June 16-July 2, 2026. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
June 16
8:58 am …
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7/14/26
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Sitting outside can take its toll - even on a fire hydrant. Withstanding the elements, day after day, eventually paint will peel and soon, hydrants will look even older than they are.
Those …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka, Managing Editor/Publisher
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7/14/26
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There has been a lot of activity at the corner of Grant Avenue and Main Street in Ulysses of late. Activity that, when completed, is for the community.
Construction began on a structure on what …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka, Managing Editor/Publisher
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7/14/26
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What started out as a gathering of family and friends has turned in to a legacy of love.
The sixth annual David C. Meile Memorial Fish and Fajita Fry took place this past weekend at the Meile …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka, Managing Editor/Publisher
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7/14/26
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Time. That precious, untouchable commodity we never seem to have enough of.
Lately, it feels like it is moving at warp speed, as one day quickly fades into another, and before we know it - we …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka, Managing Editor
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7/2/26
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One thing I have noticed over the years is that whenever a community event is held, a project is completed, or an organization accomplishes something worthwhile, there is often a small group of …
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By Tyler Hook
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7/2/26
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Nothing to do? Then you haven't checked out Grant County Library lately. They have been very busy with daily summer reading activities some of which include the Preschool with T-Rex as their special …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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For their last 4-H Foods & Nutrition workshops participants made cookies for an upcoming library program and got watermelon rind ready for pickling for a Discovery Days session on food waste.
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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A Kansas success story that began with a $600 loan and a small pizza restaurant in Wichita is entering a new chapter.
Pizza Hut, founded in 1958 by brothers Dan and Frank Carney near the Wichita …
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By Tyler Hook
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7/2/26
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TOPEKA, Kan. - Washburn University is pleased to announce the students in its spring 2026 graduating class. These students completed their courses for certificates, associate, bachelor's, master's …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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TOPEKA, Kan. - Washburn University is pleased to announce its President's List honorees for the spring 2026 semester. To qualify for the President's List, an undergraduate student must complete at …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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Local businesses are the heart of a community and the local Ace Hardware is a strong beat of that heart. Many residents have come to rely on the local store which offers a wide range of items - …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka and Tyler Hook
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7/2/26
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Last week's Chamber of Commerce Coffee was hosted by Before & Crafter, LLC, 110 North Main in Ulysses. A Chamber spokesperson reported an "awesome turnout" for the weekly event, which included a …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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The Walk Kansas team dubbed the Sole Survivors (two members not pictured) was the Grant County winning team out of 22 teams and 117 participants! Team members credited using the Step Up app, …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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Core Community was recently awarded a grant of $10,000 from Western Kansas Community Foundation of Garden City. A spokesperson for Core Community said, "Core Community extends its heartfelt gratitude …
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Special to the Ulysses News
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7/2/26
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Tuesday morning, nine domesticated ducks were found at Frazier Park frightened, confused, and clearly seeking human interaction. Thanks to the quick response of Animal Control with the help of the …
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Special to the UlyssesNews
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7/2/26
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As combines continue rolling across Kansas wheat fields, the 2026 harvest is proving to be a story of resilience, variability, and cautious optimism.
After months of drought concerns, freeze …
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By Tyler Hook
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7/2/26
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Some of the world's most accomplished endurance cyclists have been cycling through Ulysses as competitors in the Race Across America (RAAM), one of the longest and most demanding bicycle races in the …
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By Tyler Hook
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7/2/26
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