NWKS RADIO NEWS

Work to resurface a portion of U.S. 36 in Cheyenne County is expected to start the week of May 18.

The Colby Play 315 Playground project has come out to announce that they have reached 67% of their total fundraising efforts, with the total amount of donations and pledges so far coming out to $715,296.60.

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer and the season for vacations and road trips. The Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Highway Patrol and Kansas Turnpike Authority urge drivers and passengers to always buckle up.

Graduations, classic cars, farmers markets, food trucks, game nights, and community celebrations are all happening this week across the NWKS Radio listening area. From Goodland to Colby to Atwood and Brewster, there’s something for everyone. Find details on local events, activities, and more on the NWKS Radio Area Events Calendar at [NWKS Radio]

The Kyle Railroad crossing on the K-67 spur in Norton County is scheduled to close for track replacement starting the morning of Tuesday, May 12. The railroad expects the closure to last approximately 24 to 36 hours, conditions permitting.

A mill and overlay project is starting on Monday, May 11th, on College Drive in Colby.

This week, May 10th - May 16th, is National Police Week, as well as Peace Officer Memorial Day on May 15th. Make sure to celebrate the officers who keep us safe each and every day, but also make sure to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Just after 10 pm on Sunday, May 10, a 2024 Subaru Ascent, driven by 28-year-old Ashley Nightingale, was headed Westbound on I-70 around mile marker 63 in Thomas County, when the driver spotted a large animal in the roadway. She performed an evasive maneuver, overcorrected, and struck the East guardrail.

More than 100 kids took part in the Annual Free Kid’s Fishing Derby at Villa High Park in Colby on May 9th. Families enjoyed fishing, free lunch, music from NWKS Radio, balloon animals, and community fun. The event was hosted through a partnership between the City of Colby, Thomas County Community Foundation, Colby Community College, Kiwanis of Colby, and the Western Kansas Outdoor Association.

A look at Colby High School's graduation today, Sunday, May 9, 2026. A packed house at the Colby Event Center. Graduations Saturday, May 9:Hoxie High School, Golden Plains High School, St Francis High School, TriPlains High School Graduations Sunday, May 10: Colby High School, Rawlins County High School Graduations coming up: Fort Hays Tech Northwest Fri May 15 at 1:30 pm Colby Community College Fri May 15 at 6 pm Goodland High School Sat May 16 at 2 pm Decatur County High Sc

The month of May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. With that, Drive Safe Kansas has listed a few helpful tips for riders to ensure they are protected on the roads.

Moody’s Investors Service, which provides international financial research and well-known credit ratings, announced that it has upgraded the credit outlook for the State of Kansas, underscoring Governor Kelly’s steady fiscal leadership.

Laura Kelly officially proclaimed May as Parental Mental Health Awareness Month across the state, recognizing the importance of supporting the mental health and well-being of parents before, during and after pregnancy.

In the afternoon of Wednesday, May 6th, a threat to Oakley USD 274 schools was made, causing the schools to lockdown.

The second annual League Sportsmanship Award gave each league/conference the opportunity to identify a KSHSAA Basketball Sportsmanship League/Conference Champion. A total of 36 Kansas high schools were eligible for recognition, with one selected per league or conference by their peers.

Timothy J. Solko, 68, of Herndon, died Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1958, to Monica (Pochop), Solko and Clarence Solko. He was raised in rural Rawlins County and attended school in Herndon, Kansas, graduating in 1976.