NWKS RADIO NEWS

The Goodland City Commissioners met on Monday, June 15th, for a regular meeting. Goodland City Manager Kent Brown joined the Good Neighbor Hour to recap important items from that meeting.

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland and Kansas Tourism have announced that more than 230 tourism attractions are participating in the 2026 Sunflower Summer program, giving Kansas families free access to must-see attractions throughout the state. Kansas residents with school-aged children from pre-K through 12th grade are eligible to participate.

Around 6:15 pm on Tuesday, June 16th, a 2025 Harley Davidson Road Glide - Trike, was headed Northbound on U83 in Logan County around mile marker 137, when a strong crosswind caused the bike to cross the center line, drive into the West ditch, travel up the embankment, go through a barbed wire fence and come to a rest.

Northwest Kansas is packed with events June 17-20, including the Hoxie Rod Run, Gove County Rodeo and Rodeo Dance in Park, Thomas County Speedway races in Colby, and the Small Town Market in Scott City. Plus enjoy Picnic in the Park, Cooper Barn Jams, the Thomas County Farmers Market, wrestling in Goodland, garage sales, and more. Find event times and details for activities happening across the NWKS Radio listening area this week.

Addison Stoddard of NWKS Radio interviews by phone country singer, Walker Montgomery. Walker is from Kentucky and has deep ties to the music industry. His dad is John Micheal Montgomery and Uncle Eddie Montgomery. Walker is opening for Collin Raye in Colby, KS on June 27, 2026 at the Colby Event Center.

The City of Oakley has put out a Drinking Water Warning from the city. Nitrate levels are about the federal standard, so multiple precautions should be taken to ensure safety.

The month of May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and while the month is almost over, mental health struggles almost never stop. Some people go above and beyond in their advocacy for Mental Health Awareness, so to celebrate this, the Kansas Farm Bureau is once again selecting winners for the Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the Year and the Young Advocate of the Year.

The bulk of summer is underway, so why not spend time out on the water? Boating and fishing are one of the most popular summertime activities to do out on the water, but to ensure the best experience possible, there are many precautions and regulations a person should follow regarding a day out at the lake.

It's that time of year again when you may see a turtle crossing the road. Late Spring and early Summer are prime time for turtles to be moving back and forth from nesting and feeding areas.

The general election is quickly approaching with many different positions up for election. Many politicians are working on their campaigns as well as juggling other duties within being a legislator. Senate President Ty Masterson is no different, so Lucas Kenney, NWKS Radio News Director, sat down with him to talk about what his day to day life looks like between legislative session and the election, as well as a very important reminder about why it's important to vote.

Marvin Leo Warner, 87, passed away surrounded by the love of family, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and memories that will be shared for generations.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a Do Not Drink Order for Qwik Fuel, LLC public water supply system located in Thomas County. The order was issued because of a failure of disinfection equipment and elevated nitrates in the PWS water.