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news1@ulyssesnews.com Dogs at large are an ongoing issue in Ulysses, and at the May 5 Ulysses Municipal Court, one case involving a vicious went to trial and eventually resulted in the dog in … more

By Shawn Yorks | 5/7/25

Police Activity Log

The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from April 28-May 4, 2025. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. April 28 … more

Compiled by Shawn Yorks | 5/7/25

Melisha Cuaraque is this week’s Responder of the Week.

UPD's Cuaraque Is Responder Of The Week

news1@ulyssesnews.com Melisha Cuaraque has always wanted to do something in the criminal justice field. Born in Garden City, Cuaraque bounced between Garden City and Chicago, eventually … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Julian Rosales, left, dressed up as Willy Wonka and Ty Straub was an Oompa Loompa at the ACC booth Friday night during the 2025 Spring Fling. Shawn Yorks/The Ulysses News

Spring Fling 2025

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Putting Teamwork Into Play

Air Comfort Consultants and Wilson Crane joined forces to complete a job recently for R&R Liquor and Cigars in Ulysses. Good things happen when a community works together. Courtesy Photos more

Special to The Ulysses News | 4/30/25

State District Representative Marty Long visits with attendees of the recent Legislative Coffee at Grant County Fire Department. It was the last Legislative Coffee for 2025.

Long Discusses Bills Not Passed In Latest Legislative Session

By Shawn Yorks news1@ulyssesnews.com With the completion of the most recent Legislative session in Topeka April 11, State District 124 Representative Marty Long (R-Ulysses) gave his final … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Chamber Ambassador Kristi Breese presented the Chamber April Business of the Month certificate to Amanda Chavez and Dexter Peters of TED’s plumbing during last week’s chamber coffee.

TED’s Plumbing Is Available For All Your Residential, Commercial Plumbing Needs

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." more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Tad Cullum Appeals Denial Of Judge Recusal In Hugoton Moms' Murder Case

news1@ulyssesnews.com GUYMON, Okla. – The attorney for one of the five defendants in the 2024 murders of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley has appealed the denial of a recusal request for … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Liberal Police Investigating Group of Juveniles, Crimes

LIBERAL, Kan. - The Liberal Police Department is currently investigating a group of juveniles in the community who are referring to themselves as an organized gang and are allegedly involved in … more

Special to the Ulysses News | 4/30/25

Sullivan Elementary School Students of the week: April 27-May 3

A WORD FROM THEIR TEACHER: LEAH SHAPLAND is the Third grade student of the week. Leah is a great student, always ready to learn and help others. She sets a good example for others to … more

Special to The Ulysses News | 4/30/25

Yoselyn Lerma is a Senior at Ulysses High School. She is the daughter of Juan and Selena Lerma..

SEASON'S BAKING

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

By YOSELYN LERMA | 4/30/25

Kepley students excel at GWAC Art Show

Congratulations To the Kepley Middle School Students on their achievements at the 2025 art show! more

Special to The Ulysses News | 4/30/25

Kepley Middle School Students of the Month

Special To The Ulysses News | 4/30/25

For Autism: They Wear Blue In April

Staff at Sullivan Elementary in Ulysses wore Blue in support of Autism Awareness Month in April. National Autism Acceptance Month was celebrated April 1-30, and serves to raise awareness and promote … more

Special to The Ulysses News | 4/30/25

Seth Verner, Beu Reese, Garret Rider, Eric Kepley, Jacob Seibert, Eli Hampton, Claire Kepley. and Adalynn Everet watch intently as their derby cars make their way to the finish line.

Ulysses Scouts hold Pinewood Derby

Ulysses Cub Scout Pack 186 and Boy Scout Troop 186 held a Pinewood Derby in the Commercial Building of the Grant ounty Civic Center on April 26. Ulysses News Photos by Shawn Yorks more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

City Approves Rezoning, Appointments

news1@ulyssesnews.com The Ulysses City Council approved Ordinance 1348, a rezoning for a partial of land at 2200 West Oklahoma Avenue – Odor’s Garage – from Agriculture to CS … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Plans For Old Weaver Popcorn Factory Are No Longer 'Pop Secret'

Workers out of Denver spray paint a mural that reads “Trampoline” on the side of the former Weaver Popcorn factory in Ulysses April 22. Dr. Bradyn Bishop took possession of the building … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

First responders were called to a residential fire to a mobile home at 743 GLenn Court in Ulysses April 25. The home sustained a lot of interior damage. Yellow police tape was still around the home as of monday with some having gotten intwined in a neighbor's tree. no injuries were reported in the incident which was determined to have been an arson. An arrest has been made in connection with the fire.

Arrest Made In Connection With Alleged Arson April 25

Managing Editor/Publisher A Ulysses man has been arrested and charged with an arson, which occurred at approximately 11:44 a.m., April 25, to a mobile home at 743 Glenn Court in Ulysses. … more

By Nancy Wallace-Kletecka | 4/30/25

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

Special to the Ulysses News | 4/30/25

Jemma Hampton, left, and Joanna Alexander, right, were out and about saturday. they were very busy with the cub & boyscout troop 186 pinebox derby. The event provided an opportunity for young people to be involved in the community. siblings who were too young to be in scouts yet were also able to participate. If you know of events where youth are getting involved or have photos of events, submit them to the Ulysses News.

GOTCHA!

Jemma Hampton, left, and Joanna Alexander, right, were out and about saturday. they were very busy with the Cub Scout and Boy Scout troop 186 Pinewood Derby. The event provided an opportunity for … more

By Shawn Yorks | 4/30/25

Police Activity Log

The following information listed is some of the calls and arrests reported from April 21-27, 2025. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. April 21 10:22 … more

Compiled by Shawn Yorks | 4/29/25

Creed Steele Fischer

Guillermina (Minnie) R. Fischer is proud to announce the birth of her ninth grandchild, Creede Steele Fischer. Creede was born at 8:57 a.m., Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Helmerich Women's … more

4/29/25

Xaiyah Rome Perez

Xathen Perez and Alyazane Beltran, Ulysses, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Xaiyah Rome Perez, April 17. Xaiyah was born at Kearny County Hospital in Lakin, Kan., and weighed in at … more

4/29/25

Hudson William Hickok

Kyle and Cassidy Hickok, Ulysses, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Hudson William Hickok, April 22. Hudson was born at Kearny County Hospital in Lakin, Kan., and weighed in at 10 … more

4/29/25

Calling All Mothers!

4/24/25