Courtland Journal

Courtland Journal A smalltown newspaper currently running 4-8 pages weekly since 1903. The Courtland Journal was established in 1903 under the title “the Comet” by Homer A.

Focused on news and information relevant to Courtland, Scandia, Formoso and Republic communities and Pike Valley Schools. Hoyt and Mr.Tibbitts. Homer sold the paper to Frances Borin in 1915 and Borin moved to Courtland and changed the name to “The Courtland Journal” circa. 1916. Currently the Journal is owned and operated by Colleen and Robert Mainquist who purchased “The Courtland Journal in 1990

. Colleen and Bob have made it a priority to maintain the history, integrity and voice of Western Republic County and believe maintaining a newspaper is a large part of that. A Note of Trivia...the Mr. Tibbitts who helped to establish the Comet was an uncle to current owner Bob Mainquist.

A big headline!
04/14/2026

A big headline!

The wait is over…

We’re excited to announce your 2026 Courtland Fun Day headliner: Ned LeDoux
Mark your calendars for July 25, 2026 — it’s going to be a night to remember

https://www.nedledoux.com/

Sponsored by APEX AG Inc

The countdown is on!
04/14/2026

The countdown is on!

April 23rd is just 2 weeks away and the Depot is opening for the season! Here is list of the events and happenings the first half of the season! More detail about each event will be on Facebook the week before, but just to get you excited about some of the fun things that are coming up. The whole staff is looking forward to seeing you!

A great theme as our country celebrates 250 years 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
04/14/2026

A great theme as our country celebrates 250 years 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

The theme is set.

Courtland wants YOU.

Join us for the 62nd Annual Courtland Fun Day as we celebrate:
Stars, Stripes & Small Town Nights

Always the last Saturday in July
📍 Courtland, Kansas

03/25/2026
Make plans to visit the Republic County Historical Society & Museum to get a fresher on our Declaration of Independence...
03/13/2026

Make plans to visit the Republic County Historical Society & Museum to get a fresher on our Declaration of Independence! America 250🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

The story of the Declaration of Independence is in place! Vital to our nation, this beautiful display comes to us courtesy of Humanities Kansas. You can see the patriotic display until April 14. For group attendance, please call 785 527-5971.

Happy 80th Birthday to Linda Hammer🎉 Best wishes!
03/07/2026

Happy 80th Birthday to Linda Hammer🎉 Best wishes!

02/25/2026

Celebrate the life of Jay Kallman and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

02/18/2026

In January 2026, Kelsey Demanett was promoted to captain in the Concordia Fire Department (CFD). She is the first female fire captain in the history of the CFD. Born and raised in Concordia, Demanett …

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