
Academic Olympics features contests for all types of students
On Monday, February 26, many Pratt High School students participated in the annual Academic Olympics, which were held at Pratt Community College.
On Monday, February 26, many Pratt High School students participated in the annual Academic Olympics, which were held at Pratt Community College.
For the first time in many years, the City of Pratt is changing its property insurance broker.
In a world of rising gas prices, groceries, and income taxes—just to name a few—City of Pratt residents can add another to the list: appraised value of all homes within the city limits increased by 10% compared to 2023 values.Comparing 2023 to 2022, that increase was only 6%.County residents are seeing noticeable rate hikes as well, and not just in Pratt County, but the numbers will likely have an impact on the local economy for all.What this means for local residents depends upon what local taxing entities do with their mill levy rates, which must be set by September.Cheryl Budge, Deputy Appraiser at the Pratt County Appraisers Office, is quick to point out that her office is not a taxing entity.
Last week, Felicia Teeter, head women’s flag football coach submitted her letter of resignation from Pratt Community College effective April 1.
Kansas isn’t always known for college basketball, professional football, or deer hunting.
Pratt’s boxing club is back, offering hope and a purpose to young people, and those young at heart.
The inaugural Mardi Gras Ball to Benefit the Filley was a huge success in every way thanks to the extremely hardworking team of volunteers who tirelessly put it all together, the generous community partners who donated financially, and the wonderful artists who contributed their work to the live and silent art auctions.The big event was held in the National Guard Armory in Pratt on the evening of February 24 from 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sunday morning at church, I mentioned that I found a great restaurant on US 50.