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April 30, 2026

Campaign Focuses on Consequences of Not Wearing a Seat Belt

Memorial Day marks the beginning of warmer weather, outdoor activities, and weekend travel, which also means increased traffic on Kansas roadways. The Wellington Police Department is reminding the public to…

Conversations

April 30, 2026

Kindergarteners and Families Score!

The USD 353 Kindergarten Kick-Off was held at Wellington High School last week, welcoming families as they registered students for the 2026-27 school year. The football-themed event featured fun activities,…

Wellington’s People

April 30, 2026

Local Gathering, P4P (People For Parkinson's)

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of this progressive neurological disorder and supporting those affected.

News

April 30, 2026

Wellington Daily News Captures Eight First-Place State Awards

The Kansas Press Association recently announced the results of its 2026 Awards of Excellence, and the community-centered journalism of the Wellington Daily News earned top honors across multiple categories.

Community Happenings

April 30, 2026

From Coding to Clawbots: Students Compete at Cowley

Cowley College welcomed 200 students from across south-central Kansas for its annual Spring Robotics Competition, showcasing creativity, teamwork, coding skills, and problem-solving through two days of engaging robotics challenges.

Kids & Connections

April 30, 2026

Wellington Seniors Earn State CTE Scholar Honors

Sports

April 30, 2026

A Classic Finish

The Wellington High School baseball team raised record funds hosting their yearly tournament last weekend. Plus, the whole community benefitted financially as baseball players and fans traveled here to play ball.

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