Bluestem’s Mallory Potter: Athlete Spotlight

After qualifying for state all three years before this season, Potter had one goal in mind: to make it four years in a row to state track. “State has been my goal every season, but this year was so much more important to me because I’ve been the past three years, so why not make […]

Nickerson’s Jeremiah Hearon-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Titan Home Services

Nickerson’s Jeremiah Hearon is one of those kids who has naturally got “it”. Hearon participated in the 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 4×100 meter relay and high jump all while being new to the sport in just his second year doing track and field.   “Jeremiah is a very gifted athlete,” coach Parker Bruce said. […]

Argonia’s Dalton Morrison-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Sarah Jane’s

Since sixth grade, Argonia’s Dalton Morrison has been a part of the track team. Now as a senior, he has done his fair share of everything and for his last hurrah, he has focused primarily on the javelin, discus, the 400 meter dash and 4×100 meter relay. “Dalton is a heck of an all-around student […]

Cheney’s Weston Hill: Athlete Spotlight

Cheney’s Weston Hill is a two-sport track and football athlete who is as versatile as they come when discussing track and field. The senior has been doing track throughout middle and high school, and from there, he has transitioned from a guy who only runs distance, running the two-mile, mile, and 400-meter dash while in […]

Chaparral’s Auburn Hill: Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Phil’s repair

Chaparral’s Auburn Hill is a do-it-all athlete who has been running track since she was in seventh grade. The senior participates in the long jump, the 100-meter dash, the 100-meter hurdles, and the 300-meter hurdles. “Auburn’s unwavering determination and dedication to excellence make her a fierce competitor and a role model for others,” head coach […]

Wichita West’s Mickey Meyer-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by David Kauffman

Mickey Meyer of Wichita West was an honorable mention designated hitter last season for the Pioneers. Although the season didn’t play out how Meyer would have hoped, he’s still proud of the work put in over the year. “The past season was a little rough,” Meyer said. “We had our good moments but couldn’t quite […]

Butler Co. FBLA-SAFE Spotlight-Presented by KSTRO

On Dec. 10, 2023, Madison and Monica Moore were involved in a fatal crash just three miles from their house. The other driver ran the stop sign, colliding with their vehicle and causing it to roll. Both died instantly. In the days following, this intersection was identified by Butler County Sheriff Monty Hughey as one […]

Butler Community College’s FBLA-Presented by Butler Community College

On February 24, Butler Community College students attended the 73rd Annual Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference at Pittsburg State University. Competing against four-year and two-year colleges in various business-related events, Butler had seven students place in their events and qualify to compete at the National Collegiate FBLA conference in Orlando, FL, […]