March 11, 1946 - February 26, 2026 Peter (Pete) David Poholek, a master tradesman and a fixture in our neighborhood who lived his life with steady hands and a generous heart, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 79. Pete was born in Attleboro, Massachusetts, he truly became a part of the fabric of Goodland over the many years he lived here. As a master tradesman, Pete was the man you could always find in his garage, "performing projects" with a meticulous eye and a

February 6. 1934 - February 27, 2026 Longtime Burlington, Colorado resident, Dallas Stevens, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, at Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. Dallas was born on February 6, 1934, in Benkelman, Nebraska, to Fay and Alberta Stevens. He was the fourth of six children and grew up learning life’s lessons alongside his older brothers — hunting, fishing, skeet shooting, and even boxing. From a young age, Dalla

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has begun phase two of the U.S. 83 Advanced Technology Project, which will install advanced highway technology along U.S. 83 from Rexford to Liberal.

This page will be updated as long as area teams stay alive in sub-state and state to follow. 3/7/26 (Saturday) Girls 1A-D1 Sub-State Finals Quinter @ Osborne Girls 1A-D2 Sub-State Finals Wheatland-Grinnell vs Dighton @ CEC Cheylin vs Wallace County @ CEC 3/6/26 (Friday) Girls 2A Sub-State Finals Hoxie vs Oakley @ Smith Center HS Boys 1A-D2 Sub-State Finals Wallace County vs Victoria @ CEC Wheatland-Grinnell vs Weskan @ CEC Boys 1A-D1 Sub-State Finals Quinter vs Beloit-St. Joh

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach visited Colby and Goodland to promote a statewide Naloxone distribution initiative aimed at combating fentanyl overdoses. During a stop at NWKS Radio’s KXXX studios, Kobach discussed the placement of free Narcan boxes at Colby Community College and Fort Hays Tech Northwest. The repurposed newspaper-style boxes provide lifesaving Naloxone kits at no cost to the public. Kobach delivered remarks at both colleges, encouraging residents to carry

March 15, 1933 - February 27, 2026 Longtime Sharon Springs, KS resident Louise Denning passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune, KS. She was 92 years old. Louise Eleanor (Laevenstein) Denning was born on March 15, 1933 in Collyer, KS to Michael and Katherine Laevenstein. Louise attended school in Catholic grade school and Collyer High School. She married Lawrence Denning July 28, 1952 in Collyer, KS at St. Michaels Catholic Church. Th

January 16, 1951 - February 17, 2026 Gary Lee Stoll, 75, of Oakley, KS passed away February 17, 2026, on I-70, where he lived a good part of his life as a truck driver. He was born six weeks early to Harry and Nora (Miller) Stoll on January 16, 1951, along with his twin brother Larry Dee, who died the next day. A lifelong fan of the Denver Broncos and the Kansas City Royals and at constant odds with car mechanics, he instilled in his children an enriched vocabulary, based in

September 28, 1943 - February 16, 2026 Longtime Goodland, KS resident, Donna Lee Ruddell, 82, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS. Donna was born September 28, 1943 to Ed and Dorothy (Bedore) Williams. The family lived in Burlington, Colorado as Donna grew up and attended school. On January 4, 1960, Donna married Richard Ruddell. To this union, three children were born- Sandra Kay, Randy Lee and Richard David. In 1966, the family re

Early morning semi crash shuts down eastbound I-70 in Thomas County near milepost 65 between Colby and Oakley. Kansas Highway Patrol reports two Freightliners collided around 1:14 a.m., closing EB lanes for three hours. One driver transported with suspected minor injuries. Traffic delays reported on I-70 February 24, 2026.

NWKS Radio area wrestlers that are headed to the 2026 KSHSAA State Wrestling tournament February 27-28

The 4th Annual FFA Special Sale, hosted February 10 at Heartland Regional Stockyards in Plainville, was a resounding success, raising more than $16,000 in support of Kansas FFA and 21 local FFA chapters across the state.

Chris Armstrong has been named the new head softball coach at Fort Hays Tech Northwest in Goodland. The Las Vegas native shared his journey from desert baseball player to college coach on the Good Neighbor Hour. With a young, talented roster and fresh leadership, Tiger softball is entering an exciting new chapter. Read more about Coach Armstrong and the future of Fort Hays Tech Northwest softball.

Sherman County Economic Development Director Bert Mosier shared updates on the Good Neighbor Hour about business loan programs, Main Street improvements, and new growth in Goodland. As an official Network Kansas e-Community, Sherman County offers funding up to $150,000+ for entrepreneurs and expansions. Learn about facade grants, the new Main Street Marketplace, and how Community Development is helping local businesses thrive.

COLBY, Kan. — Colby Community College faculty member Dr. Jeffrey Sekavec has been named to Marquis Who’s Who in America for 2025, earning the distinction for the second consecutive year after also being recognized in 2024. Marquis Who’s Who selects individuals based on professional achievements, leadership and contributions within their fields, considering factors such as position, accomplishments and professional visibility.

*PRESS RELEASE FROM HIGH PLAINS MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE HAYS, Kan. (for immediate release) – An all-new triple raffle event is live now to raise funds supporting High Plains Mental Health Center’s new Crisis Intervention Center, opening its doors to Northwest Kansas on May 4. The “Heroes of Hope; Healing Triple Raffle” offers three incredible chances to win three incredible prizes. Tickets are $20 each or a bundle of six tickets per $100. The raffle can be entered online

November 7, 1955 - February 18, 2026 Duane Brown was born in Colby, Kansas, on November 7, 1955, and he lived and died in Colby. He graduated from Colby High School, where he was very good at athletics. Duane was talented in almost anything he did, and beyond sports, he was one hell of an artist. One of the best ways to know Duane was sitting with him, listening to his music. He loved to fish, and he loved riding his Harley—sometimes a little too fast. He was always very funn