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Hays Police Department Arrest Log - Sept. 27 through Oct. 3, 2026

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Hays Police Department Arrest Log - Sept. 27 through Oct. 3, 2026

The Hays Police Department arrest log lists 12 people arrested from Sept. 27 through Oct. 3, 2026, with 21 charge entries. All of the …

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County Faces 18% Health Insurance Increase; Officials Weigh Options as Hospital Network Status Looms

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County Faces 18% Health Insurance Increase; Officials Weigh Options as Hospital Network Status Looms

Ellis County officials said the county received a health insurance renewal from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas carrying an 18.31% increase on …

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Commission Approves $81,400 Courtroom Bench and Remodel for 23rd District Court

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Commission Approves $81,400 Courtroom Bench and Remodel for 23rd District Court

The Ellis County Commission voted to approve a purchase order to PWC in the amount of $81,400 to complete a new judges bench upgrade …

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Ellis County Approves Bridge Inspection Contract and Purchase of Used Motor Grader

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Ellis County Approves Bridge Inspection Contract and Purchase of Used Motor Grader

The Ellis County Commission approved two public works items, including a contract with Penco Engineering for the 2026 routine bridge inspections and the purchase …

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Pink Pumpkin Patch opens in Hays to raise money for breast cancer screenings

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Pink Pumpkin Patch opens in Hays to raise money for breast cancer screenings

Hays Medical Center said its Pink Pumpkin Patch is now open. Large pumpkins are $10 each or three for $20, and small pumpkins are …

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Hays City Commission to discuss Epworth Village housing project, $600,000 grant application

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Hays City Commission to discuss Epworth Village housing project, $600,000 grant application

The Hays City Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at City Hall, 1507 Main St., the city said. Commissioners are scheduled …

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Tuesday Brings Hays' Best Storm Chance

Hays, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 71°F to 85°F, lows from 55°F to 63°F, rain chances focused on Tuesday. …

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Obituaries - Tuesday, October 6

Geraldine “Jackie” (Brull) Pfeifer November 3, 1933 - October 4, 2026 Geraldine “Jackie” Pfeifer, 92, Hays, died Sunday, October 4, 2026 at HaysMed. She …

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Humane Society of the High Plains lists 15 animals available for adoption

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Humane Society of the High Plains lists 15 animals available for adoption

Humane Society of the High Plains’ official Shelterluv inventory listed 15 animals available for adoption when checked monday morning, Oct. 5 — Hays / …

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Hays fall cleanup begins Oct. 19

The City of Hays said its annual fall cleanup will begin Monday, Oct. 19. The city asked residents not to put items in alleys …

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Hays Fire Department warns of fire risk from cheap or damaged chargers

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Hays Fire Department warns of fire risk from cheap or damaged chargers

The Hays Fire Department is using Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10, to warn residents about cheap aftermarket and frayed charging cables, which it said …

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Peak Gusts Near 47 MPH Arrive Saturday in Hays

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Peak Gusts Near 47 MPH Arrive Saturday in Hays

Hays, Kansas — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 73°F to 86°F, lows from 56°F to 64°F, limited rain chances. What Matters …

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