News
Swinney family experiences fair fun
Shelby Swinney has lived in Pratt County, Kansas since she was six-years-old, but never realized that the annual Pratt County Fair was for everyone, not just 4-Hers and livestock producers. Now an adult with children, she discovered there is much more to the fair than what one might read on social media.
Community
Macksville church serves community with necessities
Macksville Grace Church is committed to serving their community. Thanks to a $2,000 grant from the South Central Community Foundation, MGC has been able to reach many in need through their Food and Necessities Pantry at the church and Necessities Nook located at the Macksville City Library.
Special Sections
Photo Gallery
Stafford County Fair 2026
A glimpse of fun times shared through the lens of photographer Dick Smith!
Sports
KSHSAA expands training, technology, safety measures to improve high school sports officiating
As the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) continues working to address a statewide shortage of sports officials, the organization is also placing a renewed emphasis on developing and retaining the officials who already serve Kansas high school athletics.
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Coming Events
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Athlete of the Week
Hughes named Female Athlete of the Year for 2026
By Jennifer Stultz/Tri-County Tribune Editor jstultz@cherryroad.com Hope Hughes, 5/9” graduated senior from Pratt High School, led her team in many ways throughout her high school career but her leadership in 2026 propelled her name to the top of the Tri-County Tribune’s Athlete of the Week list, and ultimately, to Female Athlete of the Year 2026…