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Stevens County Fair offers countless opportunities for young and old

It’s Fair time again! Stevens County’s annual Fair will begin in earnest Thursday, July 23, with the 4-H Fashion Revue beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Memorial Hall. Friday evening, several Stevens County girls will compete for the crown beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Sorghum Queen contest in the Middle School Auditorium. Saturday morning, […]

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Sorghum Queen candidates listed

Lights! Camera! Action! Twenty-six beautiful girls from Stevens County will compete in the Sixty-Third Sorghum Queen Contest this Friday evening. They will meet July 24, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hugoton Middle School auditorium. Candidates will be judged by their attire, poise, overall appearance, personality and punctuality on responsibilities. The twenty-six candidates who have […]

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Don’t let high temps melt your common sense

From 1999-2003, there were 3,442 deaths reported nationwide caused by exposure to extreme heat, an annual average of 688. Of those for whom age information was available, seven percent were younger than 15, 53 percent were between 15-64 years old, and 40 percent were 65 years or older. With current weather forecasts indicating temperatures in […]

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July 4 Park Day produces lots of winners

Turtle Races (sponsored by Southwest Kansas Friends of the Arts and the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce) 3- to 5-year-olds 1st – Skylar Mason 2nd – Quintin & Benjamin Martin 3rd – Ashley Coats 6- to 8-year-olds 1st – Ella Beesley 2nd – Madison Coats 3rd – Brynlee Williams 9- to 12-year-olds 1st – Gabrielle […]

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Vets Rep will be in Hugoton July 9

David Smith, Veterans Service Representative of the Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs in Fort Dodge, will be in Hugoton at the Stevens County Library Thursday, July 9 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs assists Veterans, their dependents and relatives with information, advice and assistance in filing claims for Veteran benefits. […]

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Hugoton Chamber plans yet another fun-filled Park Day at the Hugoton City Park

Hugoton’s annual Park Day is always a great opportunity to show off the community and have a lot of fun with the whole family! This year is no exception, as the Chamber has pulled out all the stops to ensure 2015’s Park Day is one to remember! Starting the day off will be the Park […]

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Sergio Hermosillo is announced as Super Dad 2015 Honoree

Sergio Hermosillo has been awarded the title of Super Dad 2015!! Sergio’s name was first drawn at White’s Foodliner garnering him a $25 gift card. As White’s Foodliner was then drawn from the 16 participating businesses, this also won Sergio the grand title of Super Dad earning him not only the title, but also $50 […]

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Dust Bowl Riders motorcycle rally offers fun for all

Beautiful weather made for a great turnout for the Brian Lamberson Memorial Motorcycle Rally sponsored by the Hugoton Dust Bowl Riders Saturday, June 13. Taking place at Barb’s Den, the event boasted a turnout of well over 130 bikes with more than 230 poker hands sold and an overall attendance of around 250 people.  

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Super Dad is eligible for lots of loot

Father’s Day will be celebrated this Sunday, June 20. If you haven’t found Dad that perfect present, be sure to visit these local merchants before it’s too late! While you’re there, enter Dad or Grandpa for a chance to win a number of great prizes and a chance to be named Super Dad 2015! Super […]

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Final days to register for HHS 100 year reunion

The All School Reunion Committee is anxiously putting the final touches on the big event! The group is now meeting weekly to ensure everything is covered that needs to be done. They have worked many hours to ensure everyone has a great time with their former classmates. You do not want to miss out on […]