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6/11/25
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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.
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By Alexa Gallegos
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6/11/25
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The annual Race Across America began in Oceanside, California June 10, and Ulysses will again be a time station stop. The first riders are expected in Ulysses June 13, with …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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This was the first time the UHS hosted blood drive took place outside of the school, according to Yoselyn Lerma and Jose Tarango. The event had to be rescheduled several times and took place last …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka
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6/11/25
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On April 23, Magistrate Michael Winner dismissed the Rape Charge against former City Manager Rusty Varnado citing, “After hearing testimony from the victim, had a lot of inconsistencies in her …
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6/11/25
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FINNEY COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) — A Garden City man has been sentenced to more than 13 years in prison for leading a multi-year racketeering operation that included drug trafficking, theft, and the …
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6/11/25
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More than 15 homes participated in the annual Citywide Garage Sale last weekend – the Garage Sale Trail - where shoppers were able to turn one family’s unwanted items into treasure.
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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Ulysses News Photos By Shawn Yorks
Kids from Kindergarten through second grade took to the Grant County Courthouse lawn Tuesday morning for activities as part of the Summer Reading Program at …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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One of two defendants named in a dog attack case appeared in District Court Tuesday morning as required.
The other, did not.
Anna Garcia appeared before District Magistrate Judge Mike …
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By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka
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6/11/25
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Marvin Meile was nominated for a Father's Day story by his granddaughter, Reile Meile. See more fathers in the spotlight in today's edition, pages 11, 15, and 16.
Growing up, I’ve been …
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By Reile Meile
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6/11/25
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Grant County Clerk and Election Supervisor Anita Lane announced at the June 3 Grant County Commission meeting there will not be an August Primary Election in Grant County.
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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Ulysses City Council, Grant County Commission, USD 214 Board of Trustees, Grant County Economic Development, and Grant County Chamber of Commerce gathered together June 3 …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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Grant County Road and Bridge Department recently had more than $2,000 worth of half-inch rock stolen from the county stockpile, and Supervisor Shaun Minks wants to put an …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/11/25
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The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from June 2-8, 2025. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
June 2
6:53 a.m. …
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6/10/25
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Ulysses Mayor Tim McCauley cuts the ribbon to officially open Unity Plaza, a small “Pocket Park” in the 100 block of North Main Street. McCauley was surrounded by council members and city …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/4/25
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Grant County Firefighter Kris Warner didn’t know he wanted to be a firefighter. A mechanic by trade, the Ulysses native operates Warner Automotive in Ulysses, but …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/4/25
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The Chamber Coffee works very similar to a Business After Hours, but on a smaller scale. Members meet at the host's location of choice. The host can choose to offer refreshments, or just coffee only. Join Grant County Chamber for networking, refreshments, and community announcements at future "coffees."
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/4/25
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HAYS, Kan. - Fort Hays State University recognized approximately 1,691 graduates during its Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday, May 16-17, at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays.
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6/4/25
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Proving it's never too late, Sylvia Ochoa-Ortiz recently received her high school diploma.
"Your determination, perserverence, and courage inspire us all," said a spokesperson for Grant County …
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6/4/25
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Kepley Middle School 7th Grade "Wind Warriors" Aubrey Hegwood and Bain Anderson traveled to Phoenix, Ariz.; recently to compete in the national Kid Wind tournament, but unfortunately, didn't get any …
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6/4/25
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FORD COUNTY – Agents with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) arrested a Kansas law enforcement officer for child sex crimes.
On Friday, May 30, just before 7 a.m., KBI agents …
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6/4/25
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Fresh Conversation is every Wednesday from 11-11:30 a.m., at Grant County Senior Center. It is a free nutrition and physical education class. Great discussion and a delicious recipe tasting …
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6/4/25
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The City of Ulysses kicked off summer with its annual Summer Bash on Main Street May 30. The second annual bash featured live music by Ulysses High School student Miranda Vazquez, as well as …
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By Shawn Yorks
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6/4/25
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This is a roundup of happenings in Ulysses and surrounding area. If you have an event, meeting, etc., please feel free to submit it for consideration of inclusion here to at news2@ulyssesnews.com, please include your name and a telephone number.
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By The Ulysses News
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6/4/25
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This past weekend was nothing short of extraordinary as we gathered at the Ulysses Scout Campground for our Blue & Gold Banquet and Arrow of Light Crossover ceremony. It was a day filled with …
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6/4/25
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