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Rosalinda Ochoa, Career Specialist, anmd Ulysses High School JAG-K students recently visited the State Capitol. UHS celebrated JAG-K Day at the Capitol January 30, where four outstanding students represented the local JAG-K chapter. the dedicated officers who had the incredible opportunity to engage with Representative, Marty Long were: Azalia Maldonado - President of JAG-K; Audin Delgado - Vice President; Steven Villeda - Vice President of Civic Awareness, who coordinated the meeting with Mr. Long; Madison Montano - Director of Programs and Events. "This experience was truly remarkable for all of us, and Mr. Long was an exceptional host," said Ochoa. "We are grateful for the opportunity to connect and advocate for our community!"
UHS JAG-K Visits Capitol
Rosalinda Ochoa, Career Specialist, anmd Ulysses High School JAG-K students recently visited the State Capitol. UHS celebrated JAG-K Day at the Capitol January 30, where four outstanding students … more
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Ulysses High School Forensics had another banner day at the Hodgeman County High School Forensics Tournament in February. Adrian Escobedo finished first in Informative and qualified for state, and both he and Yuliana Vazquez broke into finals, both finishing third and sixth in other events. "Hailey Pantoja, Aaliyah Espino, and Karely Gamboa all gained valuable experience as new members and we are excited about what's to come," said a school spokesperson.
Escobedo Qualifies For State
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Ulysses High School students Miranda Vasquez and Galilea Martinez qualified to compete at the State Choir Competition in Wichita. Congratulations and good luck to this very talented duo. The girls are shown here with choir director Aaron Hammond.
State Choir Competitors
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Skyler Mason and Mati Newmon, co-captains of the Hugotron Sea Eagles from Hugoton, sign the judging sheet after completion of one of the competition rounds at the recent southwest Region First Lego League in Liberal.
Hugotron Cyber Squids Win Southwest Region First Lego League Championship
Several teams from Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado and Texas met at the Seward County Activity Center in Liberal Saturday, March 1, to compete in the Annual Southwest Region First Lego League … more
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Pictured are, from left, Jenna Goetzmann, Manhattan; Jamie Schaake, Garden City; Jenna Fitzsimmons, Cunningham; Madelyn Stackley, El Dorado; Camryn Ricker, Ford; Jordan Koons, Buffalo, Okla.; Cassandra Wolff, Caldwell. Back, from left, Jenna Hlavaty, Cimarron; Hunter Hope, Jetmore; Luke Higgason, Larned; Hayden Guetterman, Paola; Kyler Berning, Leoti; Wyatt Woods, Cimarron; Clayton Wharton, Syracuse; Walker Clawson, Meade; and Liz Lutz, Nickerson.
Young Stockmen Gather In Topeka
Young cattlemen and women from across the state met in Topeka February 25-26 for the first installment of the 2025 Kansas Livestock Association (KLA) Young Stockmen’s Academy (YSA). Merck … more
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Police Activity Log
The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from Feb. 25-March 2, 2025. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. February 25 … more
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STOLLE
Jeremy Stolle To Perform March 10 In Garden City
GARDEN CITY - Southwest Kansas Community Concert presents Jeremy Stolle, one of the Phantoms on New York City Broadway and a performer of the Music Theater of Wichita, at 7 p.m., Monday, March 10, at … more
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Grant County Tourism Looking For Those Interested In Veteran Flags
Grant County Tourism would like to know what interest people might have in seeing our veterans honored on Main Street banners. The banners would be displayed over the summer months. Those … more
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Passing Lane Project To Begin In Haskell County
According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, a passing lane project will begin the first week of March along U.S. 83, starting 1000 feet north of the U.S. 83 and U.S. 56 junction north … more
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Necklaces with names, dates, etc. written on them are one of the many items that may be available at this week's market.
March Market Flea Market Planned For This Saturday
Managing Editor/Publisher Spring is on its way and to get in to the "feel of the season" a newly developed "March Market" may be just the ticket. " Our event is a market for people who … more
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UHS Alumni Reunion Set For May
The GCRHS/UHS Alumni reunion committee has been working hard to get ready for their upcoming event planned for May 23-25 in Ulysses. "We look forward to seeing our friends," a spokesperson said … more
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Dirt covers Ulysses during high winds that came up on tuesday, March 4. School was called off in anticipation of the expected winds in Ulysses and a few other area events were postponed or canceled as well. fire dangers were considered high. According to the National weather Service in Dodge City, wind gusts across Southwest Kansas exceeded 80 mph, with Garden City recording a gust of 84 mph and a Mesonet site southwest of Hugoton recording a gust of 93 mph.
High Winds Stir Up dirt
Dirt covers Ulysses during high winds that came up on tuesday, March 4. School was called off in anticipation of the expected winds in Ulysses and a few other area events were postponed or canceled … more
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City Council Ranks Frazier Park Priorities
news1@ulyssesnews.com The Ulysses City Council discussed – again – plans for Frazier Park at its February 26 council meeting. But unlike the February 12 meeting, the council members … more
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The site of Unity Plaza is seen March 2. The Ulysses city council approved the purchase of equipment for the “pocket park” at its Feb. 26 meeting.
City Approves Unity Plaza Equipment
news1@ulyssesnews.com Ulysses City Council moved forward with an anticipated addition to Main Street at its February 26 meeting by approving the purchase of equipment for Unity Plaza, a … more
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Craig Hampton and kids.
Hampton Is February Responder Of The Month
By Shawn Yorks news1@ulyssesnews.com Grant County Undersheriff Craig Hampton is the February Responder of the Month and is in the running for Responder of the Year. Hampton has been in law … more
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The staff of Medill & Thooft was named Chamber Ambassadors Business of the Month.
Medill & Thooft CPA Hosts Weekly Chamber Coffee
Mathew Medill, CPA, CFE and Rachael Thooft, CPA, CFE believe professionalism, responsiveness and quality are the secrets to its success. The accounting firm at 104 North Main in Ulysses played host … more
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A'VRIK MENDOZA
Sullivan elementary School Students of the week February 23-28
A WORD FROM THEIR TEACHER: A'VRIK MENDOZA is the Third grade student of the week. A'vrik brings fun and light hearted energy to the classroom with his great sense of humor, leave it to A'vrik to … more
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Samantha Scott is a Senior at Ulysses High School. She is the daughter of John and Jill Scott
Independence
In collaboration with Ulysses High School teacher Jodi Pfingsten, the Ulysses News will feature a student column. Student writings are submitted by Mrs. Pfingsten after being edited in class. Student subjects and writing styles will vary based on guidelines set forth by Mrs. Jodi Pfingsten and The Ulysses News. more
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The USD 214 3rd-8th Grade Spelling Bee took place recently at Kepley Middle School. From left, third place went to Katelynn Collins, second place was Angela Rodriguez, and first Place went to Mack Tarbet. Tarbet will represent Grant County in the State Spelling Bee at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina March 22.
USD 214 Crowns Spelling Bee Champions
The USD 214 3rd-8th Grade Spelling Bee took place recently at Kepley Middle School. From left, third place went to Katelynn Collins, second place was Angela Rodriguez, and first Place went to Mack … more
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Police Activity Log
The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from Feb. 17-23, 2025. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. February 17 … more
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U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann (R-KS 1) gave a legislative update Thursday morning at the Grant County Senior Center.
U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann Visits Grant County Senior Center
news1@ulyssesnews.com United States Congressman Tracey Mann was a busy man, Thursday. The Republican representing Kansas District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives, visited Grant County … more
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Fatality Accident Claims Life Of Liberal Teenager
LIBERAL, Kan. - A fatality accident occurred early Sunday morning, February 23, at approximately 1:53 a.m., .2 mile East of US83, and about 2.5miles north on US83, North of Liberal. Authorities … more
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Pittman
SWMC Welcomes Dr. Tanya Pittman
Liberal, Kan.- Southwest Medical Center is proud to welcome Tanya Pittman, M.D., as the newest addition to the 15th Street Family Care Center. Dr. Pittman, a Liberal native, brings over 28 years of … more
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Marty Long
Long, Clifford Address PBMs
news1@ulyssesnews.com A hot button issue across the country and especially rural communities is PBMs, or Pharmacy Benefit Managers, and their potential to put locally owned pharmacies out of … more
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County Adds Tourism Board Member, Former Clerk Named To Airport Board
News1@ulyssesnews.com Grant County Commission made some changes to boards, during their meeting February 18, adding a new member to the Tourism Board and an old friend to the Airport Board. … more
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