Chase County Leader News

11/25/2025

A Strong City man was arrested Nov. 20 after a narcotics search at his home led investigators to illegal drugs, paraphernalia and multiple pieces of military ordnance.

11/22/2025

My Little Prairie Dog

Songs of the Flint Hills By Annie Wilson – named “Flint Hills Balladeer” by Kansas Governor Gazette News Author email Nov 22, 2025 1 sec ago Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save My Little Prairie Dog First I saw your big brown eye...

11/21/2025

Chase County is ready to twinkle, sparkle and shine as A Chase County Country Christmas returns Nov. 28–29 with two full days of nostalgic charm, hometown cheer and festive family fun. If you’re looking to launch your holiday season in the most magi…

Chase County is ready to twinkle, sparkle and shine as A Chase County Country Christmas returns Nov. 28–29 with two full days of nostalgic charm, hometown cheer and festive family

11/21/2025

Jene Burenheide will be taking blood pressures from 11 a.m. until noon on Friday, November 21st. Thanks, Jene! We’ll enjoy our Thanksgiving Dinner at the Senior Center, with a traditional Turkey & dressing meal with all of the trimmings. Then af…

Jene Burenheide will be taking blood pressures from 11 a.m. until noon on Friday, November 21st. Thanks, Jene! We’ll enjoy our Thanksgiving Dinner at the Senior Center, with a traditional

11/21/2025

Anyone who’s ever had a difficult roommate knows the struggle of sharing space — and according to Kansas State University beef experts, bulls aren’t much different.

To reduce conflicts between bulls, K-State Beef Cattle Institute experts suggest making pens larger than one thinks they need to be.

11/21/2025

"Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer." ~ Maya Angelou Many attended the two performances of the CCHS play, ANNIE, this weekend. It was absolutely fabulous! Kudos to all of the actors, actresses, stage and li…

Cloudy this morning. A few showers developing during the afternoon. High 57F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%..

11/21/2025

From the courthouse steps to the tallgrass prairie, the Kansas Flint Hills have long inspired painters, writers and photographers. Now, they have inspired an internationally celebrated musical work created, fittingly, right here at home.

From the courthouse steps to the tallgrass prairie, the Kansas Flint Hills have long inspired painters, writers and photographers. Now, they have inspired an internationally celebrated musical work created, fittingly,

11/18/2025

Chase County commissioners on Monday approved $1,500 to support a school-based volunteer program, selected the county’s 2026 workers’ compensation provider, clarified the end date of the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and received updates on storm…

Chase County commissioners on Monday approved $1,500 to support a school-based volunteer program, selected the county’s 2026 workers’ compensation provider, clarified the end date of the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and

11/18/2025

Six Chase County nonprofits saw a wave of community support during the Emporia Community Foundation’s 12th Annual Greater Emporia Area Match Day on Nov. 17, benefiting from a day of online and in-person giving that energized donors across the region…

Six Chase County nonprofits saw a wave of community support during the Emporia Community Foundation’s 12th Annual Greater Emporia Area Match Day on Nov. 17, benefiting from a day of

11/11/2025

A significant piece of naval history, the anchor from the USS Key West submarine, was dedicated during the ceremony.

Veterans, schoolchildren, and other members of the Chase County community gathered at the Chase County Veterans Memorial in Swope Park to celebrate and honor local veterans’ sacrifices and service.

11/11/2025

Marion County will pay $3 million to three journalists and a city council member whose homes and offices were raided during a 2023 law enforcement search that drew national outrage over violations of press freedoms.

Marion County will pay $3 million to three journalists and a city council member whose homes and offices were raided during a 2023 law enforcement search that drew national outrage

11/11/2025