September 2025

Adventures in Reading: Are we looking for a new planet?

September 19, 2025

I confess that I place taking better care of our planet on a higher level than many people do...maybe more than most. I think that it is a big deal that “after several months of record-breaking temperatures, the hottest ever summer, and the hottest day on record 2024 was recently confirmed as the hottest year in history, with the global average temperature 0.12C above 2023, the previous warmest calendar year on record.” (Source Earth - Org.)

Skyline defeats quality opponent at home

September 19, 2025

The Skyline Thunderbirds may not be the biggest dog in the fight, but there is no denying their grit, determination, and absolute will to win. As a matter of fact, the opposing coach from Fairfield made a special effort to note their physicality. “That was a compliment our boys are most proud of,” said Head Coach Andrew Nation. “I was excited to beat a quality opponent at home in the fashion the boys did, and [am] looking forward to seeing the results of the last two weeks build confidence going into week three.”

City of Greensburg prepares for special Founder’s Day celebration

September 19, 2025

Greensburg Mayor Matt Christenson called the September 2, 2025 meeting of the City of Greensburg council to order at 6:00 p.m. with a Pledge of Allegiance followed by invocation from Pastor Dave Vernon.

Skyline Thunderbirds finish strong in home cross country meet

September 18, 2025

The 18th Annual Skyline Invitational was run on Saturday, September 13, to a large and enthusiastic crowd in Pratt. At the 10 a.m. start, the weather was perfect, overcast with a slight breeze. The course was in tip-top shape, green and lush from weeks of rain and manicured to perfection. There were 30 middle school and high school teams in attendance, with 3 of the top four teams from last year’s 1A state championship at the meet, so competition was fierce.

Tri-County Tribune Coming Events for September 2025

September 18, 2025

* Send your Coming Events for Pratt, Stafford, and Kiowa counties to jstultz@cherryroad.com for inclusion in this free listing of area events! Many people show up at these events because “they read it in the paper!”