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Stafford County teen bitten by rattlesnake; KDWP issues warning
In a facebook post last week, the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks Game Wardens posted a reminder to those who are in the outdoors to watch out for rattlesnakes as the temperatures warm up.
Community
Don’t miss Iuka’s 142nd consecutive Memorial Day Program
The community of Iuka in Pratt County, Kansas will conduct its 142nd consecutive Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 25 at the Iuka Methodist Church at 10 a.m., followed by a ceremony at the cemetery at 11:15 a.m. Rain, wind, bad weather, even COVID restrictions have not altered this community’s dedication to honor their veterans…
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Bixler's 2026 May Fest photos
Photos by Jennifer Stultz
Athlete of the Week
Tri-County Tribune week 6 Athletes of the Week are Kern and Reyes-Holguin
Garrett Kern Garrett Kern was a state wrestler for Kiowa County High School earlier this year, and a solid football player. Now he is showing up big time for the Mavericks in track and field competitions. Recent accomplishments include 1st in shot and 3rd in discus at the South Gray Track Meet. Halfway through track season, Kern…
Sports
PCC tennis men earn first National Title in 65 years
Pratt Community College’s Men’s Tennis Team won the NJCAA Division 1 National Championship title last week in Plano, TX. This is the first team National title for the program in 65 years (1961). Competition for the PCC players began Monday, May 11 and lasted until Thursday, May 14. The team officially clinched it’s title when…
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Start early, build savings for college over time
With college costs continuing to climb, financial planners say the single most important move Kansas families can make is a simple one: start saving early.