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Billie Jean Wright Kueser, 82, passed away on Aug. 1, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. She was born Jan. 30, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kan., the only child of William and Mabel (Walker) Wright.
Read moreAlene Kaye Grubb, 81 passed away Aug. 4, 2025, at her home in Woodstock, Ga.
Read moreEmil J. Choitz, Jr., 87, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, surrounded by family at his home in Ellsworth, Kan. He was born Nov. 1, 1937, in Ellsworth County to Emil and Dorothea Choitz. He married Arlene Meier Choitz in Ellsworth on Aug.
Read moreThe Wilson Czech Opera House hosts its grand opening beginning with a brat meal at the Wilson American Legion from 5-6:30 p.m., followed by a concert in the restored Opera House featuring Jimmy Dee and the Fabulous Destinations.
Read moreThe Ellsworth VFW Auxiliary Post 6485 hosts bingo at 2 p.m. at the VFW Post Home, Ellsworth
Read moreThe National Drover’s Hall of Fame sponsors the Drovers Dance Hall from 9:30 p.m.-midnight following the El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo at the 4-H Show Arena. Live music will be provided by Trevon Dawson.
Read moreThe El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo begins with mutton busting at 7 p.m. followed by the rodeo at 8 p.m. Advance tickets for sale at First Bank Kansas, Raised Rustic and Refine Design
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