Sunday, January 19, 2025
Winter Wonderland!

Winter Wonderland!

Icy tree landscapes make for a  Winter   Wonderland  as cold temperatures have remained with the added moisture of 10-12 inches in and around Mitchell County.     

Kansas Farm Bureau Foundation accepting scholarship applications

MANHATTAN — The Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) Foundation for Agriculture is now accepting applications for 2025 scholarship awards. “Supporting education is one of the core missions of …

One man dies in two car accident

MITCHELL COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 7 a.m. Monday in Mitchell County, about four and a half miles north of Beloit. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, they …
Sports
Blujays Boys

2025 BHS Winter Homecoming!

2025 Beloit High School Winter Homecoming Friday, January 17, 2025 Homecoming Assembly begins at 2:30 p.m. in BJSHS Commons Basketball vs. Minneapolis 6:00 p.m. Girls’ Game …
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Beloit girls J.R. Durham Invitational results

NORTON – Beloit girls wrestling team competed in the J.R. Durham Invitational tournament, held in Norton on Jan. 10. Freshman, Daytona Mcmillan (11-10), placed 3rd in the 105 weight …
Brogan Monty, was the Boys Outstanding Wrestler of the J.R. Durham Invitational tournament, held in Norton on Jan. 11. He won by tech-falling the #2 wrestler in the state Ayson Kats of Norton 15-0 in the finals.
Monty earns Boys Outstanding Wrestler in J.R. Durham Invitational
NORTON – Beloit junior wrestler, Brogan Monty, was the Boys Outstanding Wrestler of the J.R. Durham Invitational tournament, held in Norton on Jan. 11. He won by tech-falling the #2 wrestler in …
St. John’s/Tipton junior, Gabriel Roderick makes the shot for the Blujays on his 19 point game.
St. John’s/Tipton Blujay boys win over Rock Hills
BELOIT – The St. John’s/Tipton Blujays were host to Rock Hills on Jan. 10, 2025 and won over the Grizzlies, 78-67. The Blujays are now 4-3 on the season and will face Osborne on the …
St. John’s/Tipton senior Carlie Brummer #4, celebrates with her teammates on her 1,000 career point mark of Lady Jay basketball.
Lady Jays fall just short to Rock Hills
BELOIT – The St. John’s/Tipton Lady Jays fell just short to Rock Hills ladies, losing 60-58. Lady Jays senior, Carlie Brummer hit her 1,000 career point mark, as she led the team …
Beloit junior, Kale Leners #2, takes care of the ball for the Beloit Trojans during the home Hoisington game win.
Beloit Trojan boys defeat Hoisington Cardinals
by Brian DeBey The Beloit Trojans defeated the Hoisington Cardinals, 43-30, Friday, January 10, after overcoming a slow start. With its fifth consecutive win, Beloit improves to 5-2. …
Beloit senior, Cassandra Thompson #30, goes up for the two point shot against Hoisington sophomore, Kinley Wilkins #24.
Beloit ladies fly past Hoisington Cardinals
by Brian DeBey The Beloit Lady Trojans defeated the Hoisington Lady Cardinals, 59-41, Friday, January 10, after a 23-point second quarter that shifted the game’s momentum. With its …

Beloit girls fall to Southeast of Saline

The Beloit High School Dance team, from left to right: Zelma Krone, Courtney Kadel, Adi Francis, Paisley Mcmillan, Kendra Rowh, and Maddox Engelbert treat the fans to an excellent perfomance during the Trojan boys halftime home game. They are coached by Jennifer Thompson.
The Beloit Lady Trojans lost to the Southeast of Saline Lady Trojans, 66-31, Friday night. With its second consecutive loss, Beloit falls to 1-2 overall and 0-1 in the NCAA. The Lady Trojans …
Obituaries
Ricky Caldwell
Ricky Caldwell, 61, Springfield, Oregon
SPRINGFIELD, OREGON   – Ricky Caldwell, affectionately known as "Rick," was born on February 5, 1963, in Smith Center, Kansas. He passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, surrounded by …
Clara Lackey
Clara L. Lackey, 88, Beloit
BELOIT – Clara L. (Wempe) Lackey of Beloit, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Nicole Home in Glasco, Kansas. Clara was born on March 30, 1936, to Paul and …
Phyllis Porter, 98, Glen Elder
GLEN ELDER – Phyllis Beth Porter was born October 25, 1926 to Chester and Florence (Miller) Dean. She died January 6, 2025 at the Mitchell County Hospital at the age of 98 years 2 months.  …
Larry Behrends
Larry Behrends, 84, Beloit
BELOIT – Larry K. Behrends was born on October 20, 1940, in Beloit, Kansas, to Kenneth and Velda Behrends of Randall, Kansas. He died Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Mitchell County Hospital …
Nancy Slate
Nancy J. Slate, 80, Beloit
BELOIT – Nancy Jane Slate was born August 6, 1944 to David and Marcellene (Emmot) Louder in Beloit.   She passed away January 6, 2025 at Hilltop Lodge at the age of 80. She was …
Letters | Opinion | Columns | Community News

The Midwest-Plains NIETC violates the Federal Power Act

Dear Editor, Midwest-Plains was one of 10 energy transmission corridors (also referred to as NIETCs) designated by the Department of Energy on May 8, 2024. Subsequently, the Farm Bureaus of Kansas, …

Have a Merry Christmas with a fresh cut tree

Have a Merry Christmas with a fresh cut tree

BY CASSIE THIESSEN, HORTICULTURE AGENT Post Rock Extension District The Holiday Season is not complete without a Christmas tree. Nothing beats the look, feel, and smell of bringing a real Christmas …

Post Rock Extension Answers

Post Rock Extension Answers

BY BLAIRE TODD, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION AGENT K-State Research and Extension-Post Rock District The third trimester of pregnancy is a crucial period because of the rapid growth the fetus undergoes and …

Time to Round Up Your Gardening Tools

With the cooler temperatures and longer nights, our gardens have come to an end. That means it is time to round up our gardening tools and tuck them safely away for next year. It is important to take …

LETTER TO EDITOR

Dear Editor, On May 8. 2024, the Department of Energy announced a list of ten potential National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors, or NIETCs. These corridors were designated by the DOE to …

HAPPENINGS

Bingo in the Afternoon BELOIT – The Beloit Senior Center, 220 N. Hersey, Beloit, will host Bingo in the Afternoon, from 2-4 p.m., on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. Seating is limited. Cost is free …

West Beloit 4-H meet in December

West Beloit 4-H Reporter Before the West Beloit 4-H meeting began, members put together cookie plates to be taken by members to various people around town. These places included: …

Beloit Wrestling Club bring cheer to Hilltop Lodge!

The Beloit Wrestling Club recently gathered to spread some holiday cheer by caroling through the halls of Hilltop Lodge, sharing music and joy with the residents. This festive visit is one of the …

2024 VFW Post 6242 Christmas Dinner

2024 VFW Post 6242 Christmas Dinner fed 300 plus people through carry-out and in-door service!

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