Clay Center, KS

The 2026 North Central Kansas League volleyball all-league selections have been announced, showcasing standout players. Clay Center dominated with four first-team honors, including seniors Raimee and Lily Lipker. Notable mentions include Rock Creek's Lucy Martinie and Abilene's Josephine Keener. Recognition also extends to a strong second team and honorable mentions.

The Hoisington Cardinals powered past the Clay Center Tigers 38-6 in a Kansas Class 3A state playoff first-round game Friday night at Hoisington. Hoisington (7-2) led at halftime 14-0 and pushed the lead to 30-0 at the end of the third quarter. The Cardinals outscored […]

4A State Tournament @ Hutchinson Sports Arena Pool I Eudora d. Circle 25-14, 21-25, 25-10 Clay Center d. Topeka-Hayden 25-8, 25-15 Eudora d. Topeka-Hayden 16-25, 25-23, 25-22 Clay Center d. Circle 25-14, 25-11 Topeka-Hayden d. Circle 25-23, 25-19 Clay Center d. Eudora 25-18, 29-27 Pool […]

4A State Tournament @ Hutchinson Sports Arena Pool I Eudora d. Circle 25-14, 21-25, 25-10 Clay Center d. Topeka-Hayden 25-8, 25-15 Eudora d. Topeka-Hayden 16-25, 25-23, 25-22 Clay Center d. Circle 25-14, 25-11 Topeka-Hayden d. Circle 25-23, 25-19 Clay Center d. Eudora 25-18, 29-27 Pool […]

The Clay Center Rotary Club, in partnership with Parks and Rec, will soon construct a Wind Phone for Clay Center.  A Wind Phone is a private space that allows a person to reflect and express their grief after the loss of a loved one. The space includes a physical phone, but the phone line is […]

Clay Center City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on October 20th. All councilors were present.  The Council discussed items that will be covered in the next meeting and approved the consent agenda from their October 6th meeting.  Next, they approved Resolution 1687, considering endorsing the Kansas Main Street program, followed by approving a formal […]

Posted by Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy of Canva The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) has awarded grants to expand programs that help children remain with their families and avoid entering foster care. According to a release from DCF, beginning July 1, 2027, the grants will support 12 prevention programs operated by 10 provider agencies. […]

Posted by Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy of Canva Two people were seriously injured in a stabbing this afternoon in the 1600 block of Southwest Fillmore Street in Topeka, according to the Topeka Police Department (TPD). TPD Sgt. Josh Klamm told media during a press conference that officers were dispatched to the area at 12:08 p.m. after […]

Posted by Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy of Canva The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 20 states, including Kansas, are suing Dollar General over allegations that customers were repeatedly charged more at checkout than the prices shown on store shelves and advertisements. According to a release from the FTC, the lawsuit claims the discount retailer overcharged customers […]

Posted by Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy of Canva As daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, the American Red Cross of Greater Kansas is urging residents to test their smoke alarms while turning clocks back. The organization also recommends reviewing home fire safety practices to help protect families and prevent injuries. Residents should install smoke alarms […]