Dale Eugene Appl
Dale Eugene Appl, age 90, passed away on April 29, 2023, at his home in Leoti. He was born on May 3, 1932, to Martinus and Violet (Elder) Appl in Leoti. He was a farmer and rancher as well as a past member of the Leoti Lions Club and the Antique Car Club. He loved farming as much as he loved flying and showing everyone his farm from the air. Anyone who knew him knew that he was both candid and ornery. 
On March 30, 1952, Dale married Dorothea J. (Van Winkle) Appl in Dodge City. She survives. 
Dale is survived by his wife, three daughters: Julie Carpenter of Leoti, Trish and Bryan Brunswig of WaKeeney, and Kathy and Darin Graff of Neodesha; seven grandchildren: Cole and Bridgette Carpenter, Shala and Kevan Steele, Tyler and Cheyann McClayland, Lacey and Alex Detwiler, Cara and Josh Gunderson, Ty and Courtney Brunswig, Tia and Logan Mattheyer; and fifteen great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one sister Katheryn Taylor, one brother Keith Appl, and one son-in-law Charlie Carpenter. 
Funeral services will be on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Leoti with Mike Deschner presiding.  Burial will follow at the Leoti Cemetery.
Visitation will be on May 2, 2023, from 12:00 until 8:00 p.m. and May 3, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Price and Sons Funeral home at 4th and J St. in Leoti.
Memorials may be given to the “Wichita County Long Term Care” or the “Museum of the Great Plains” in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.
OBITUARIES
Warren M. Kuttler
Warren M. Kuttler, 74, of Tribune, died in Tribune on November 21, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1951, in Boise, Idaho, to Joseph Virgil Kuttler, Jr., and Imogene Ruth (Clark) Kuttler. After many moves during his father’s Air Force tenure, the Kuttler family moved... [More]
Merle LeRoy Shalberg
Merle LeRoy Shalberg was born on January 6, 1936, in Sheridan Lake, Colorado, and passed away on November 10, 2025, at Weisbrod Hospital in Eads, surrounded by his family, following a brief illness. He was 89 years old. Merle attended school in Sheridan Lake, (aka KA Hall)... [More]
Rev. William F. “Bill” Kleymann
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Rev. William F. “Bill” Kleymann, Jr. He passed away at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas on Friday afternoon, November 14, 2025, at the age of 81. Bill was born August 10, 1944, in Syracuse, Kansas, to Helen... [More]
Burial services for Stewarts Saturday
Burial services for James Thompson Stewart and Margret A. Stewart will be on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the Greeley County Cemetery in Tribune. There will be a get together prior to the services. Please call Teri Richards for more information.
Memorial for Jane Ellen (Dixon) Scarffe
Jane Scarffe’s family has selected a memorial gift recipient to honor Jane’s life: The Sierra Club, Colorado Chapter, 1536 Wynkoop Street, #200, Denver, CO 80202 (colorado.chapter@sierraclub.org). Because of Jane’s lifelong love of the Colorado Rocky... [More]
Jane Ellen (Dixon) Scarffe
Jane Ellen (Dixon) Scarffe, 72, of Lawrence died after a long battle with illnesses on October 27, 2025. She was born on December 10, 1952, in Pueblo, Colo. Jane was the daughter of Wm. Vern “Vee” Dixon, Jr., and Shirley Jane (Rudd) Dixon. Jane grew up in Tribune... [More]
Mary Ann Krebs
Mary Ann Krebs, age 78, passed away at her home on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Tribune. She was born on March 12, 1947, in Tribune to Raymond and Goldie Jones Kuder. Mary Ann spent most of her life in Tribune with brief visits to Seattle, Washington; Lamar, Colorado;... [More]
Rodney Alan Paxman
Rodney Alan Paxman, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at his home in Marion, Kansas. He was born on July 22, 1961, to Donald and Joan Donovan Paxman in Tribune. He lived most of his life and worked as a mechanic, and was the tire guy. When he wasn’t... [More]
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SPORTS
Five Jackrabbits recognized with All League Football Honors
Photo caption: Luke Grubb, Caleb Young, Santiago Mora, Traceur Alexander, and Rowdy Grubb earned post-season honors for the Jackrabbit Football team. Greeley County Jackrabbit football players Santiago Mora, Caleb Young, Traceur Alexander, Rowdy Grubb, and Luke Grubb... [More]
Red & White Scrimmage players
Those competing in the November 22 Red and White Scrimage were (kneeling) Head Coach Kyle Shafer and students Mia Reynolds, Briana Martinez, Julia Hopkins, Tylee Cavenee, Addy Kennedy, Shaydan Howell, Charlize Shafer, Jeryn Stewart, and Jadence Stewart. Alumni (standing)... [More]
Greeley County students compete in Colby Recreation Basketball League
Photo caption: The first and second grade girls competing in the Colby Recreation League basketball program are (kneeling)Jaycee Howell, Quinn Thomeczek, and Oaklynn Schneider. Standing are Maddy Moritz, Rhyla Reynolds, McKinli Schneider, Reese Hahn, and Coach Jentri Hahn. Courtesy... [More]
High School Jackrabbits host Red and White Scrimmage
Photo caption: Monica Slattery, a GCHS alum, looks to pass the ball to a teammate during Saturday evening’s Red and White Scrimmage. She is guarded by Mia Reynolds, a junior. The High School Jackrabbit basketball teams hosted their annual Red and White Scrimmage... [More]
Jackrabbits fall to Coyotes, beat Buffaloes
Photo caption: Myles Hahn looks to pass inside during Thursday’s game against the Rawlins County Buffaloes. Photo by Trista Shafer. Tribune vs. Weskan Tuesday, November 18, 2025 The Junior High Jackrabbits traveled to Weskan last Tuesday, November 18, to take... [More]
Stewart honored for football, leadership
Spring Hill High School (5A) senior Syler Stewart has been recognized as one of the top football players in the Frontier League, earning a spot on the All-League First Team for his outstanding performance this season. The honor, voted on by league coaches, was announced last... [More]
Lady Jackrabbits defeat Coyotes, Buffaloes
Photo caption: Ayda Mangan passed the ball to a teammate during Tuesday afternoon’s B game against the Weskan Coyotes. Photo by Brecken Mangan. Tribune vs. Weskan Tuesday, November 18, 2025 The Lady Jackrabbits traveled to Weskan on Tuesday, November 18, to... [More]
Junior High Boys defeat Quinter, Oberlin
Photo caption: Seventh-grader Deacon Gooch moved towards the basket during Tuesday’s win over the Quinter Bulldogs. Photo by Trista Shafer. The Junior High Jackrabbits traveled to Quinter to square off against the Bulldogs on Tuesday, November 11. Some of... [More]
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- Lady Jackrabbits fall to Quinter, easily defeat Oberlin
- Trap team finishes fall season in third place in Conference Four
- Stewarts named to First Team, All League
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- Junior High Lady Jackrabbits sweep Wildcats in season opener
- Jackrabbits drop two to neighboring Wallace County Wildcats
- High School JV Volleyball
- The Jackrabbit Wrestling Club returns
NEWS
Local artist Heather Long has gallery showing at K-State
Photo caption: Heather Long’s artwork will be on display at K-State through December 22. Courtesy photo. Heather Long, local artist, currently has 25 pieces on display at K-State University’s Union. Her exhibit is titled “The Stillness Between.” ... [More]
Faith & Science Roundtable Discussion
The community is invited to attend a Faith and Science Roundtable Discussion on Thursday, December 4, from 6-7 p.m. at the Tribune United Methodist Church. This event, which is hosted by Linly Stum, will feature an open and thoughtful conversation exploring the intersection... [More]
Wheatland Electric to Debut New Consumer Service Kiosk at Tribune Office During Holiday Open House on Dec. 10
TRIBUNE–Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc. invites all cooperative members to its annual Holiday Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MT at the Tribune district office, located at 310 Broadway. This free, come-and-go celebration is open to cooperative... [More]
Shop Greeley County for Christmas program
Shop at local participating merchants through the holiday season and enter to win one of fifteen prizes of $100 in Greeley County Bucks The first week’s winners, drawn on Wednesday, November 26, were Kayla Hamman, Denise Phillips, and Beverly Trahern. For each... [More]
Phillips awarded STEM Classroom grant
Photo caption: Gary Siegel of the Kansas Association of American Educators presented a $500 teacher grant to Greeley County Schools first grade teacher Jana Phillips at an assembly last week. Photo by Drew Zerr. Jana Phillips, first grade teacher at Greeley County Schools,... [More]
Hints of winter arrive with December
Photo caption: Greeley County residents woke to a light dusting of snow on Monday, December 1. The lot south of the library has been decorated by the Greeley County Library staff for the Christmas holiday. Greeley County experienced its first real taste of winter as a... [More]
Seaboard Foods Offering 65 $1,000 Scholarships to High School Seniors
Seaboard Foods began accepting applications from high school seniors on Nov. 17, 2025, for $1,000 scholarship. Forty, $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors from community high schools and an additional 25, $1,000 scholarships to children... [More]
Red Cross urges holiday decorating safety to prevent home fires
The Red Cross responds to 20% more home fires during the holiday months [TOPEKA, NOV. 26, 2025] — Home fires increase significantly during the holiday months, often sparked by cooking accidents, unattended candles or unsafe decorations. The American Red Cross of Greater... [More]
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- Tribune’s Christmas Open House kicks off holiday season
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- Christmas Decoration Swap at the Library
- Faith & Science Roundtable Discussion
- Alvarez & Lucero Benefit
- Greeley County Health Services, Inc. September Board minutes
- Board of Supervisors meeting notes
- Rainfall brings November moisture above normal
OPINIONS
Letter to the Editor
After watching about three hours of the Supreme Court debate over tariffs, I learned something significant. As of Wednesday, November 5, tariffs amount to an 18% tax on all of us. On top of all the other taxes, that 18% shocked me. That number was shared in the Supreme Court... [More]
Right to repair
Right to Repair is one of the hottest topics not only in agriculture, but also in the US. In the bustling industrial economy, money-hungry companies are looking for any way to save a penny or pass on costs onto the consumer. This then accumulates into the Right... [More]
Letter to the Editor
Imagine yourself living on a homestead, a place you’ve called home for 71 years. Unknowingly, the groundwater beneath your farm, slowly disappearing until there’s none! Those of us who go to the sink for a glass of water, fill our washing machines to get a clean... [More]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Parents and Guardians, This year, we are excited to announce that our school, grades 6-12, will be holding student-led conferences along with traditional parent-teacher conferences. In a student-led conference, your child takes an active role in leading the conversation.... [More]
Letter to the editor: Political uncertainty shakes Kansas farmland values, and prosperity hangs in the balance
by Ben Palen First published in the Kansas Reflector In 1979, I bought my first parcel of farmland. It was near Tribune, and I was a proud new landowner. As I recall, the purchase price was $350 per acre. Today, that land is probably worth somewhere in the $2,000-per-acre... [More]
From the Editor’s desk: Reflecting on the Symphony in the Flint Hills
Saturday, June 14, was the grand finale of the Symphony of the Flint Hills, which celebrated a 20-year run of welcoming guests onto the open prairie to enjoy a performance by the Kansas City Symphony. This year’s theme was “Prairie Sunset” and as the... [More]
Letter to the Editor: With Trump and Musk driving U.S. policy, Kansas farmers have been played for suckers
By Ben Palen Also published in the Kansas Reflector Back in November, I wrote a column for Kansas Reflector that discussed the likely adverse effects of President Trump’s proposed tariffs on U.S. farmers. The piece noted that 398 million acres of cropland has been... [More]
Letter to the Editor: Donald Trump is not our king
Donald Trump is not our king. He was elected with less than 50 percent of the popular vote and his margin of victory was 1.5 percent. There is no mandate in those numbers. Our elected members of Congress have a sworn duty to support and defend the Constitution and the... [More]
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