As the holiday season kicks into full swing, there’s no better time to shine a spotlight on the Prairie Museum of Art & History in Colby, Kansas — and especially on their festive fundraiser, Merry Prairie Christmas. I recently sat down with Executive Director Jenny Linden and Education Director Amber McMurray (via the good-morning giggles and holiday ad warm-up at NWKS Radio!) to learn what this institution means to the community and how you can get involved in this year’s ce

Goodland High School is about to turn the auditorium into a snowy kingdom as the GHS Music Department proudly presents Disney’s Frozen on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. The cast joined Rollie Halligan on the Good Neighbor Hour to talk about the show, their characters, and all the work that’s gone into bringing Arendelle to life.

According to KSN, Dillons is offering Veterans Day discounts tomorrow on Veteran's Day.

On a crisp November morning in Goodland, the Good Neighbor Hour turned into something more than a radio show. It became a living scrapbook of American service. Host Rollie Halligan welcomed four veterans into the studio, each with a different branch, a different era, and a different story, yet all connected by the same thread of duty. Those voices belonged to Mike Elliott, Ron Vignery, Jerry Franklin, and Jim Mull. They laughed, remembered, reflected, and taught us somethi

What started as a backyard pastime has quickly become one of Northwest Kansas' fastest-growing competitive activities — and Goodland is right in the middle of the surge. Local cornhole enthusiast Adam Waters joined The Morning Blitz  Wednesday to talk about the sport’s rapid growth and the thriving community that has formed inside Freedom Hall in Goodland. “Cornhole in Northwest Kansas has been around for quite some time,” Waters explained. “The group out of Colby, the 7-8-5

Halloween is all about costumes, candy, and community fun — but before the trick-or-treating begins, Colby Police Lieutenant Jared Lange stopped by the NWKS Radio studio to share some friendly (and important!) reminders to keep the night safe for kids and adults alike. “Halloween’s a big one — everyone’s excited, kids get amped up, and it’s easy to forget safety,” Lange told host Joel Navarro. “We just want everyone to have fun and make it home safely.”

he Thomas County Genesis Food Pantry is once again preparing its annual Christmas Boxes to help local families enjoy a warm, well-stocked holiday season — and the need is greater than ever. Board members Jenny Hurtt, Pat Erickson, and Bev Vaughn stopped by NWKS Radio to share details on how the community can apply for assistance, donate, or volunteer.

Voters in the Oakley School District (USD 274) will decide on a bond issue this fall that would shape the future of Oakley’s public schools. This information comes directly from USD 274 materials, interviews with district staff and community members, and is presented here to help residents understand the proposal. For more information, visit oakleyschoolsks.com or contact Superintendent Julie Crum at 785-671-4588.

With new families moving in, growing job opportunities, and more parents in the workforce, the need for reliable, quality child care in Sherman County has never been greater. That’s where the Sherman County Child Care Coalition (S4C) comes in — a passionate local effort dedicated to supporting families, expanding licensed care options, and strengthening the future workforce of Northwest Kansas. During a recent interview on NWKS Radio’s Good Neighbor Hour, Jessica Kannady a

Today at noon, the Colby Chamber of Commerce held their annual luncheon at The Gathering Place in Colby, KS.

Video that was live streamed by NWKS Radio of USD 352 School Board Forum on October 16, 2025.

NWKS Radio’s 2025 Rock the Block summer promotion ended with a bang last night as winner Tracy hosted the ultimate block party right in his own backyard. What started as a gorgeous fall evening in Goodland turned into a night full of laughter, music, and memories that neighbors and friends won’t soon forget.

Sometimes it’s the little things that weigh the heaviest. A bottle of shampoo. A tube of toothpaste. A pack of diapers. These are everyday essentials every family needs, yet they’re often the first items pushed aside when the grocery bill climbs too high.

The Kansas Sampler Foundation’s “Big Kansas Road Trip Pop Up” event is coming to Sheridan County this weekend on Saturday, Oct. 4, bringing a full day of activities, tours, and sing-alongs designed to showcase the best of rural Kansas life. This event has opened the door for unique tours and an inside perspective into the hidden gems of Sheridan County. From a rare opportunity to tour our historic jail, to cookies at the beautiful Golden Plains walking park in Selden, and

Goodland Superintendent Bill Bierman says the school district is kicking off a series of informational meetings today on the proposed Career Technical Education (CTE) building. The project will go before voters in early November. Community Meetings Today The first big round of meetings is happening today, Monday, in the Goodland High School auditorium. Sessions will run every hour on the hour from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., aligning with parent-teacher conferences. Each presentat

The heart of Goodland will be buzzing this weekend as the Flatlanders Fall Festival returns with a packed schedule of events, entertainment, food, and community fun. Sherman County Community Development is putting the final touches on preparations, and excitement is building across the region.

Sherman County Community Foundation Director Bert Mosier joined Rollie Halligan on KLOE’s Good Neighbor Hour this week to talk about a pressing topic in Goodland — housing for the wave of incoming workers. A Growing Workforce in Goodland Mosier explained that several large projects are bringing people to the community, including crews for the pipeline and the wind energy project. A team is also preparing to build the electric transmission line that will serve the new wind

The Sherman County Fairgrounds are preparing for one of their biggest upgrades in decades: the creation of the Goodland Community Plaza, a permanent open-air facility designed to replace the large, labor-intensive tent that has hosted games, meals, and gatherings for years.

On September 18, 1949, Colby officially dedicated its municipal airport - a milestone that connected northwest Kansas to the skies. Seventy-six years later, Shalz Field still serves as a hub for aviation, community pride, and local history. Thanks to the Prairie Museum of Art & History, we’re able to look back at the airport’s fascinating journey.

The Colby City Council meets Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 585 N. Franklin. Residents are encouraged to attend, hear updates, and share input during public discussion items.