NWKS RADIO NEWS

KDOT Seeking Comments on STIP Amendment

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on an amendment to the Federal Fiscal Year 2027-2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) document.

NEWS

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Foundation Friday: Norton County Community Foundation

Bethany Shirk with the Norton County Community Foundation joined NWKS Radio's Lucas Kenney for another edition of Foundation Friday. Items of discussion included how the year has gone overall, the impact of a feel-good story in Norton, a look ahead at their match month campaign, a look into the scholarships they have available, and some grants they gave out earlier this year.

NEWS

16 hours ago

Governor Kelly Announces $12.9 Million in Broadband Acceleration Grants

Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $12.9 million has been awarded through the latest round of the state’s Broadband Acceleration Grant (BAG) program. These awards will be matched with almost $14 million in private and local investment, resulting in approximately $27 million to expand high-speed internet access across 44 rural Kansas counties.

NEWS

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“Don’t Let the Dust Settle”: Colby City Manager Highlights Housing, Infrastructure and Growth

Colby City Manager Ron Alexander highlighted housing needs, airport expansion, street improvements and city employee recruitment during his October 22 State of the City address. Speaking at the Colby/Thomas County Chamber luncheon, Alexander shared project updates and encouraged continued community investment.

NEWS

1 day ago

Colby Chamber Luncheon Highlights Downtown Growth, Community Service and Tourism Efforts

Colby’s business community gathered October 22 for the Colby/Thomas County Chamber luncheon at Prairie Museum of Art & History. Updates highlighted downtown improvements, Ambassadors and Diplomats projects, tourism promotion and upcoming holiday events. Sponsored by Vyve Broadband with lunch by By Galli, the gathering celebrated the businesses and volunteers helping Colby thrive.

NEWS

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Costumes, Candy and Community: Halloween Fun Around the Area

Find Halloween events across the NWKS Radio listening area, including trick-or-treating, haunted houses, costume parades and family celebrations. Plus, look for NWKS Radio and MC Entertainment DJ’s and Photo Booth in the Rolling Radio for free pictures of kids in costume in Oakley, Colby and Goodland. Explore our roundup of northwest Kansas Halloween fun and celebrate the small-town traditions that bring our communities together.

NEWS

2 days ago

Sherman County Community Development Update

Bert Mosier with Sherman County Community Development joined the Good Neighbor Hour to give an update on different things going on within the Sherman County Community Development organization.

NEWS

2 days ago

Governor Kelly Announces Over $4.5M for Airport Infrastructure; Rooks County, Hill City, Colby Recipients

Governor Laura Kelly today announced 11 Kansas communities have secured over $4.2 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. 

NEWS

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KDOT Employees Celebrate Service Anniversaries; Four Northwest Kansas Representatives

The Kansas Department of Transportation expresses appreciation for employees celebrating state service anniversaries in November. KDOT is proud to acknowledge them for the long-term dedication they have provided to the state of Kansas. Listed below are the employees and their hometowns.

NEWS

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Sextortion Awareness: Stop & Get Help

If you or someone you know is a victim of sextortion, you are not alone, and it is NOT your fault. Sextortion is a form of exploitation that can affect both minors and adults. The Thomas County Sheriff’s Office wants you to know that help is available.

NEWS

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Long Table Supper Fundraiser Coming Up Saturday, October 24th

Northwest Kansas farmers and ranchers produce some of the freshest and best products around, and the Thomas County Farm Bureau is putting on a long table supper to highlight that.

NEWS

3 days ago

KDHE Announces Two Additional Grant Opportunities in Second Round of RHTP Funding

Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Requests for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Community Health Worker + Accountable Food is Medicine (CHW+AFIM) and the Non-Emergency Transportation (NEMT) grants will open Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, to eligible Kansas providers. 

NEWS

3 days ago

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NWKS RADIO OBITUARIES

Richard Lee Parker

Richard Lee Parker Jul 16, 1941 — Oct 18, 2026 Goodland, KS Richard Lee Parker, known to his family and friends as Lee, passed away on October 18, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on July 16, 1941, in Goodland, Kansas, Lee later moved to Canon City, Colorado, where he graduated from high school. On September 2, 1962, he married the love of his life, Illa VanDonge.

Dorothy Mitchell

Dorothy Mitchell Nov 6, 1936 — Oct 20, 2026 Burlington, Colorado

Terrence Lee Dreiling

Terrence Lee Dreiling Apr 12, 1952 — Oct 19, 2026 Sharon Springs, Kansas Terrence Lee (Terry) Dreiling was born April 12th, 1952 to Ray Dreiling and Theresa (Urban) Dreiling. He was the youngest of seven children, and had an active childhood on the farm in western Kansas. He was a proud 1970 graduate of Wallace County High School and could often be found cheering on the Wildcats at their home football games.

David Ross Sharon

David Ross Sharon Feb 22, 1953 — Oct 7, 2026 Goodland, Kansas A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available at Koons Russell Funeral Home. Memorial Service Saturday, November 7, 2026 Starts at 11:00 am (Mountain time) Calvary Gospel Church 6296 KS-27, Goodland, KS 67735

Judy Kay Menges

Judy Kay Menges Jul 4, 1943 — Oct 18, 2026 Judy Kay (Rogers) Menges passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the age of 83. Judy was the daughter of Fayne “Tuff” Laverne and Velma Clarissa (Temple) Rogers. An only child, Judy grew up in Norcatur, Kansas where she participated in school clubs, music, band, cheerleading, and 4-H. She was a Norcatur High School graduate.

Larry Lynn White

Larry Lynn White Aug 23, 1945 — Oct 15, 2026 Levant, KS Larry Lynn White, 81, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Hope Springs in Sharon Springs, Kansas. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, accomplished businessman, and a man who truly knew how to enjoy life, Larry leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, adventure, and a lifetime of unforgettable memories.

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NWKS RADIO SPORTS

Turnovers Prove Costly as Cowboys Fall to Hugoton 28-16 on Senior Night

PHOTO CREDIT: Jackie Elliott GOODLAND — A chance to make history slipped away from the Goodland Cowboys Friday night, as costly turnovers and missed offensive opportunities spoiled Senior Night at Cowboy Stadium. Goodland committed a season-high four turnovers, including a third-quarter interception returned for a touchdown, as the Cowboys fell to the Hugoton Eagles 28-16 in their regular-season finale. The loss prevented Goodland from securing its first home playoff game sin

NWKS Radio's Sports Update-- October 23, 2026

NWKS Radio sports update as aired on NWKS Radio stations 100.3 The Ride, KXXX 790, FlyOver Country 97.9 and RockIt 102.5. Local, National, and Regional sports news. NWKS Radio located in Northwest Kansas.

NWKS Radio Sports Update-- October 22, 2026

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