News – Sumner NewsCow (2024)

By Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow — The first thing that strikes you (pun intended) when you walk into the bowling alley formerly known as Meadow Lanes is the new Star Shields that grace the back end of the lanes.

Flashing with a new multi-colored LED lighted display, the Star Shields harkens to a time when bowling alleys were the king form of entertainment.

Meadow Lanes have been sold to Aaron Parrish and Rob Natho. They have renamed the bowling alley “Wellington Retro Bowl.” They hope to open it sometime in mid-July.

The great thing about the ownership change is that longtime bowling owner Bill Day will still act as the general manager. On Facebook, he made this announcement last week:

Wellington Retro Bowl will have a new look with an old-time feel. The two owners wanted to make the alley vintage-like. Thus came the name “Retro.”

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Playing at the Wellington Regent: Inside Out 2.

Schedule: Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, 2 and 7 p.m.

Coming soon:

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Sumner Newscow report — Due to the observance of Independence Day on Thursday. July 4, the Landfill and Compost Site will be closed. Thursday’s refuse collection routes will be completed on Friday that week.

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Sumner Newscow report — City of Wellington offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, for the Fourth of July holiday.

The annual city fireworks will be held at dusk on July 4th at the Hargis Creek Watershed.

Discharge dates and hours are July 1 – 3, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and July 4 10 a.m. to midnight. Sales dates and hours are July 1 through July 4, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

IT IS ILLEGAL TO SHOOT FIREWORKS ON PUBLIC STREETS, AT WELLINGTON LAKE, AND AT THE HARGIS CREEK WATERSHED.

Do not dispose of fireworks in a trash can or box when done. Place ignited fireworks in a metal container with water and soak overnight!

Fireworks Safety Tips:

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Sumner Newscow report — The 2024 Kansas Wheat Festival Schedule has been released.

The event will run from July 9 – 13. The full schedule can be found here.

The first Wheat Festival event begins on Monday with the Medallion Hunt. The button registration deadline is Friday, June 28. Click here for the official rules.

Some of the featured events include:

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Special to Sumner Newscow —After 36 years of service as president/CEO, Tom Kohmetscher will retire effective July 1, 2024.

Reflecting on his time at Futures, Kohmetscher emphasizes:

“It’s been an immense honor and joy to serve as the president/CEO for these past 36 years. I’ve always been deeply proud of what this organization—and its exceptional, dedicated staff—has achieved despite the inherent challenges in our field. Since its inception, the agency has consistently played a crucial role in the lives of the County’s men, women, and children, who require additional support to thrive and be as independent as possible. This mission entrusted to us has always been a cause for celebration because it truly embodies the power of rural communities uniting to support each other–regardless of their unique needs.”

“Tom’s leadership of, and dedication to, our agency and the people it serves is unmatched,” shares Phil White, Chairman of the Futures Unlimited Board of Directors. “His enthusiasm and work ethic are contagious and benefited Futures Unlimited and the entire community. Our organization is what it is today because of Tom’s vision and ability to draw out the strengths of his entire team.”

Christa Jones, the director of Futures’ program services, has been named the organization’s new President/CEO.

White says about Jones:

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Sumner Newscow report — Dylan Andrew Bristor, 32, is currently in Sumner County Jail awaiting possible formal charges for knowingly using a weapon to cause great bodily harm and/or disfigurement.

His bond has been set at $250,000. His first hearing was on Monday morning.

On Saturday, June 22, at 6:41 p.m., Sumner County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to Ascension Via Christi Emergency Room in Wellington to investigate a reported gunshot victim.

When deputies arrived, they learned the victim and suspect were involved in a domestic disturbance, with the suspect shooting the victim one time in the abdomen.

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By Amber Countryman, Sumner Newscow —Will Ledesma, a 2001 Wellington High School graduate, will once again direct a play for the Wellington Community Theater. On June 28-30, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” adapted by Ledesma himself, will be performed by the Wellington Community Children’s Theater.

He has directed plays in the past for both professional and amateur theater performance groups. Most recently, he directed “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” “Leaving Iowa,” and “The Snow Queen” for the Wellington Community Theater.

“I’m always on the lookout for classic stories filled with memorable characters and scenes for new play adaptations, especially when the original version of the tale has largely fallen out of the public consciousness and been replaced with a more familiar Hollywood adaptation,” Ledesma said.

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Sumner Newscow report — The latest Wellington City Newsletter can be found here.

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by Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow— If you have a garage sale this next weekend, post it here for free in the comment section below. If you cannot do so, you can e-mail us at sumnernewscow@gmail.com.

Happy bargain hunting!

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Help Wanted – Sumner Mental Health Center – Fleet Maintenance

Sumner Mental Health Center is seeking someone to work part-time to wash, vacuum, and clean vehicles in our fleet This is an independent contractor position. Hours will begin at approximately 10-12, per week, with additional hours added based on vehicle use.The rate is $11 per hour. Flexible hours early morning or late afternoon to meet your schedule.

The applicant must be physically able to do these tasks outside and work with cleaning agents and sanitizing equipment. Safety equipment, including goggles, masks, and gloves, along with the necessary materials, will be provided. If interested, additional outside work may be available besides car cleaning.

Email HR@sumnermentalhealth.org. for more information or to apply.Can start immediately.

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Wellington Police weekend report: Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 23, 2024:

Friday, June 21, 2024

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Sumner Newscow report —The Wellington Esport team came back from a 2-1 deficit to defeat Inwood Early College in their final match of two days of competition at the EFG High School National Championships in Orlando, Fla., over the weekend.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough for the team to reach the championship round.

The Crusaders are now on their way home after sightseeing in the area, including visiting SeaWorld.

The team consists of Emma Gouch, Hagen Bryant, Draisyn Lea, Hunter Worley, Jaxon Highbarger and Jacob Dry.

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