Ellsworth County Independent Reporter Skip to main content * Facebook * Search Search this site Search Search User account menu * Subscribe * e-Edition * Log In * Home * Archive * News * Sports * Photos * Commentary * Obits * Classifieds * Public Notices * Subscribe * Subscriber Agreement * Advertise * Pay your Invoice * Holyrood sign gets refresh thanks to SHCF September 02, 2026 - 06:22 | By Catherine Doud HOLYROOD — The Smoky Hills Community Foundation’s spring 2026 grant cycle funded eight projects across Ellsworth County. Two of those grants will make an impact in the community of Holyrood.An old sign welcomes visitors to the community, but not for long. * Grant allows EMS to equip new ambulance August 26, 2026 - 06:22 | By Catherine Doud The Smoky Hills Community Foundation’s spring 2026 grant cycle funded eight projects across Ellsworth County, but one grant could have a particularly important impact for residents living miles from town, helping bring an added measure of safety and security to the county’s rural communities. * Cowtown parade, activities provide fun for all August 19, 2026 - 06:22 | By Catherine Doud Cowtown Day stampeded back into Ellsworth over the weekend with the return of the Cowtown Day parade at 11 a.m. Saturday morning. * Old West comes alive at Cowtown Days August 12, 2026 - 06:22 | By Catherine Doud Dust off your boots and step back into the Old West, as Cowtown Days returns to Ellsworth this weekend.Ellsworth Cowtown Days is hosted by the Ellsworth FFA and the Ellsworth County Historical Society, with support from volunteers, as well as the El-Kan Western Riders Saddle Club. * Cowtown scavenger hunt hits the streets August 12, 2026 - 06:22 | By Karen Bonar Cowpokes of all ages are stampeding through Ellsworth ahead of Cowtown Day, searching for missing cattle.The Ellsworth Co-op is leading the herd for the Cowtown Scavenger Hunt. Editor's Pick Holyrood sign gets refresh thanks to SHCF 1 day ago By Catherine Doud HOLYROOD — The Smoky Hills Community Foundation’s spring 2026 grant cycle funded eight projects across Ellsworth County. Two of those grants will make an impact in the community of Holyrood.An old sign welcomes visitors to the community, but not for long. Saturday’s fiesta to honor community heritage 1 day ago By Alan Rusch KANOPOLIS — Tradition, good food, good times with family and friends and raising funds for a good cause. That’s what the annual fiesta celebrated by St. Ignatius Catholic Church is all about.The fiesta is Sept. 5 at the church in Kanopolis. News Candidates discuss education issues 1 day ago By Catherine Doud LINDSBORG — Marquette-area residents were given the opportunity to question Kansas State Board of Education candidates Aug. 25 at the Smoky Valley Board of Education office, Lindsborg. Grant allows EMS to equip new ambulance 1 week ago By Catherine Doud The Smoky Hills Community Foundation’s spring 2026 grant cycle funded eight projects across Ellsworth County, but one grant could have a particularly important impact for residents living miles from town, helping bring an added measure of safety and security to the county’s rural communities. View More... Obituaries Alan D. Falk 2 weeks ago By News Staff (1962-2026)It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alan D. Falk, who passed away on Aug. 13, 2026, in Bel Aire, Kan., at the age of 64. Alan was born on May 8, 1962, in Ellsworth, Kan., to Walter and Joyce (Schwerdtfeger) Falk. Dennis Dee Suelter 2 weeks ago By News Staff (1948-2026)Dennis Dee Suelter, 77, of Brookville, Kan., passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. Anyone who ever met him has a story — because Dennis never knew a stranger and he never missed a chance to share a laugh. View More... Sports Hansen travels to Hawaii to participate in volleyball competition 3 weeks ago By Karen Bonar HONOLULU — Ellsworth volleyball player Reagan Hansen took the stage during a national volleyball tournament this summer.A May graduate from Ellsworth Jr./Sr. High School, Hansen played in the Nokaoi Volleyball tournament in July.“It was a once in a lifetime experience,” she said. McGowan competes in Shrine Bowl 1 month ago By Jeremy Obermeyer EMPORIA — Standout athlete and 2026 Ellsworth Jr./Sr. High School graduate Cooper McGowan competed in the 53rd Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl June 27 at Welch Stadium on the campus of Emporia State University. View More... Columns EDITORIAL 1 day ago By News Staff The queen is dead. Long live the queen.That queen, of course, would be legendary country entertainer Dolly Parton, who slipped the surly bonds of Earth on Aug. 25 at the age of 80. Returning to the school routine 1 week ago By Ken Cravens Congratulations on a great start to the 20262027 school year! No matter how many years go by, the start of a new school year is always an exciting time. I have always enjoyed the natural cycle of schools and the reinvigorating opportunity for a fresh start. View More... Special Sections 2026 Travel and Tourism Directory Travel and Tourism 2025 Business Card Directory The Magazine - July 2024 View More » Ellsworth County Independent Reporter 304 N. Douglas, Ellsworth, Kansas 67439 Phone: (785) 472-5085 Subscriber Agreement Menu subfooter menu * Home * Advertise with us Privacy Policy · Accessibility · Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information Powered by eType Services