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Villa High will be remaking the playground in honor of Kenton Krehbiel
Kenton Krehbiel Inclusive Park will be coming soon to Villa High in Colby.
Derek White
3 days ago4 min read


After the I-70 Tragedy: Processing Trauma and Caring for Mental Health
Friday, March 15, will be remembered in northwest Kansas as a day of devastation. Even those not directly involved may feel the impact—shock
Kristina Hemel
6 days ago2 min read


City Commissioner JJ Howard Talks Cleanup, Infrastructure, and Community Spirit on the Good Neighbor Hour
Goodland City Commissioner JJ Howard joined Rollie Halligan on a recent edition of the Good Neighbor Hour to discuss everything from street
Kristina Hemel
6 days ago3 min read


Leadership Thomas County Donates $10,000 to Kenton Krehbiel All-Inclusive Playground
a $10,000 donation has been made to the Kenton Krehbiel All-Inclusive Playground Project, thanks to the funds from Leadership Thomas County.
Kristina Hemel
Mar 122 min read


Oakley High School wins 2025 Northwest Regional KidWind Challenge
Kansas KidWind Regional Challenge was held in Colby on March 10.
Derek White
Mar 123 min read

Grant awarded from ‘Sheridan County Youth & Education Fund’
Grant awarded from ‘Sheridan County Youth & Education Fund’
Derek White
Mar 122 min read


Enrollment Open House at Sacred Heart Colby Elementary Set for April 3
At Sacred Heart Colby Elementary School, things are gearing up for an exciting event on Wednesday, April 3rd from 5 to 7 p.m.Â
Joel Navarro
Mar 122 min read


NWKS Radio interview with Colby Public School Officials
NWKS Radio sat down with the officials at Colby Public Schools to discuss what has been new in the area.
Derek White
Mar 120 min read


Main Street Arts Council auditions
Main Street Arts Council will be holding auditions for this years Main Street Summer Theater Festivals
Derek White
Mar 113 min read


NWKS Radio & Colby High School Prom Committee Present the First-Ever KISS Dance!
Get ready for a magical afternoon as NWKS Radio partners with the Colby High School Prom Committee, Goodies and Things, City Limits Conventi
Kristina Hemel
Mar 62 min read


Spring and Summer Fun at the Goodland Activities Center
As the seasons change in Northwest Kansas, the Goodland Activities Center (GAC)Â is gearing up for a full slate of spring and summer activiti
Kristina Hemel
Mar 43 min read


Closure of Red River Commodities
Press Release - Red River Commodities will be closing down.
Derek White
Mar 31 min read


Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson Talks Savings, Unclaimed Property, and More
Kansas State Treasurer toured Northwest Kansas to speak with communities about financial planning.
Derek White
Mar 32 min read


A Closer Look at Fire Safety and Training with the Colby Fire Department
Colby Fire Department conducted fire training with a burn cell as part of their regular training exercises.
Derek White
Mar 33 min read


Thomas County Community Foundation's Youth Ambassadors present $500 in supplies to Colby's Tennis/Pickleball courts.
Thomas County Community Foundation presented the Colby Tennis/Pickleball courts with $500 in supplies.
Derek White
Feb 272 min read


Photo Gallery - Senior Night Spirit Squad Performance
Colby High School Spirit Squad performs with at the Senior night celebration.
Derek White
Feb 271 min read


8th Grade Entrepreneurs Showcase Their Business Skills in Thomas County
For the past 12 years, the 8th Grade Entrepreneurship Fair in Thomas County has been giving students the opportunity to dream big and think
Kristina Hemel
Feb 262 min read


Exploring Futures: Colby 7th Grade Career Fair Inspires Young Minds
On February 26, the Colby Event Center was buzzing with excitement as local businesses and professionals gathered for the 7th Grade Career F
Kristina Hemel
Feb 262 min read




The Future of Healthcare in Colby: An Inside Look at the New Hospital Expansion
Update on the new medical center coming to Colby, KS.
Derek White
Feb 253 min read
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