Long time city clerk passes away
By James HoweyAtchison Globe A notable and influential face of Atchison City Hall recently passed away. Phyllis Walton was 88 years old when she died… Login to continue reading Login…
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Phoenix take flight to state once again
By James HoweyAtchison Globe For the first time since the 1980s, Atchison basketball will make a third straight appearance in the 4A State Tournament.Head Coach… Login to continue reading Login…
Laurie Gwen Shapiro to Debut The Aviator and the Showman at the Amelia Earhart Festival
Jacque PregontAmelia Earhart Festival Coordinator913-426-3911 aefestival@aaefm.org A landmark biography of Amelia Earhart’s life and legacy, Laurie Gwen Shapiro’s The Aviator and the Showman: Amelia Earhart, George Putnam,… Login to continue reading Login…
City approves fire truck replacement
The Atchison City Commission met Monday evening to approve some issues on the agenda as well as proclaim March as Youth Art Month.
Award winning author chronicles the life of John B. McLendon
Many people may not know that Hiawatha is home to one of the most influential basketball players and civil rights pioneers in the history of America.
Steve Pickman named parade grand marshal
Steve Pickman named parade grand marshal
Elks Lodge in Atchison Goes Smoke-Free, Celebrates New Smoking Room with Ribbon Cutting
The Atchison Elks Lodge #647 marked a significant milestone in its history with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, February 21st to celebrate the completion of its newly designated smoking room. The event symbolizes the lodge’s commitment to creating a healthier environment while still accommodating members who smoke.
Plea deal reached in local embezzlement case
An embezzlement case involving Atchison Credit Union and Rita Hartman came to a close earlier this month in a plea deal.
Horses to require negative coggins test at sales and events
The Kansas Department of Animal Health recently released an update to Kansas Animal Health Regulations specifically to equine events and sales.
2025 Amelia Earhart Pioneering Achievement Award will honor Tara Dower
Jacque PregontAmelia Earhart Festival Coordinator913-426-3911 aefestival@aaefm.org The annual Amelia Earhart Festival, set for July 17-19, is honored to announce Tara Dower has been named the… Login to continue reading Login…