James Dale Fisher, Jr.
James Dale Fisher, Jr., age 78, passed away at his home in Scott City on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
He was born on September 7, 1946, in Nashville, Kansas to James Dale and Mary Ann Vierthaler Fisher.
After graduating from High School, James earned a B.A. in History from Fort Hays University. He entered the military in June of 1968 and rose to the rank of SP5. After returning home, James became a teacher and coach for several sports. He was a member of the Scott City community for the past decade.
Survivors include his children, Sarah & Josh Reasoner of Riley, Ben Fisher of Tribune, two grandchildren, his siblings, Richard Fisher of Sterling, Mary Francis & Curtis York of Healy, Mark Fisher of Ingalls, one sister-in-law, Sharon Fisher of Hutchinson and numerous nieces and nephews.
James was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Terry Fisher.
Memorials may be given to the “KWCA - Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association” in care of Price & Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.
OBITUARIES
Carl Levi Evans
Carl Levi Evans, age 42, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune. He was born on August 5, 1983, to Carl Albert and Synthia Lynne Evans in Tribune. He was a dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and... [More]
David Northrup
David Northrup passed away on April 9, 2026. Born on October 18, 1950, Northrup was 75 when he passed away. David graduated from Greeley County High School in 1968. He was a member of the basketball team that won a state title that year. Services were held on... [More]
Lloyd E. Surprise
Lloyd E. Surprise, age 92, passed away on April 10, 2026 at Scott County Hospital in Scott City. He was born on September 3, 1933, in Greeley County, Kansas, the son of Mark and Effie Surprise. Lloyd went to grade school in Weskan. His family moved to Greeley County, where... [More]
Celebration of Life for Daryl Miller
The family of Daryl Miller warmly invites all Daryl’s friends to join them on Saturday, April 18, at 3 p.m. at the Greeley County 4-H Building for his “Going Away” party. Family and friends will gather to honor and celebrate Daryl’s life. All are invited... [More]
Derek Justin Smith
Son, even though you didn’t make it to the end of our story, we will always have the corner folded down on your page because it was one of our favorites. - Dad and Mom With heavy hearts and the world becoming quieter and dimmer, we mourn the traumatic and heartbreaking... [More]
Venita Fankhauser
Venita Fankhauser (née Stewart), aged 89, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Meridian, Idaho. Born on September 3, 1936, in Littlefield, Texas, Venita lived a life filled with love, dedication, and community. Venita met the love of her life, Paul Fankhauser,... [More]
Catherine Ann Wilson
Catherine Ann Wilson, 83, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Greeley County Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born on Easter Sunday, April 5, 1942, in Okmulgee, Okla., to Clarence and Margaret (St. Clair) Ogle, Jr. She grew up in Rock Springs, Wyo.... [More]
Carl Eugene Le Blanc
Carl Eugene Le Blanc, age 74, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026, at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City. He was born in La Junta, Colo., on November 9, 1951, to Rudy and Velma McDowell Le Blanc. They moved to Tribune in the early 60s, and Carl continued to call... [More]
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SPORTS
Golfers tee off season with three first-week meets
Photo caption: James Marquardt, Marco Coello, Luke Clevenger, Knox Mangan, Caleb Young, and Braxon Mangan, pictured here with golf coach Keith Slattery, competed in their first varsity meet of the season on Tuesday, April 7. Photo by Brecken Mangan. The Greeley County... [More]
Jackrabbits place fourth, fifth as teams at home opener
Photo caption: Bailey Moritz, Jeryn Stewart, Charlize Shafer, and Jailyn Brandl finished first in the 4x800-meter rely with a time of 11:29.05. Courtesy photo. The Greeley County Jackrabbits hosted the first track meet of the season on Tuesday, March 31. It was a windy and... [More]
Junior High Jackrabbits break four school records at first meet
Photo caption: Baileigh Schmidt, Reagan Hahn, Brielle Harkness, and Haidyn Brandl ran the 4x400-meter relay in a time of 4:49.66, breaking the school record, which had been set by Andrea Schneider, Jordan Miller, Mona Shafer, and Shancee Howell in 2000. Photo by Sheryl Crotinger.... [More]
Mangan breaks one free throw record, ties second
Junior Braxon Mangan broke the record for the percentage of free throws made in a season. He made 88.57% of his free throws, making 93 of 105 in the 2025-2026 season. This broke the previous records of 83% set by Shea Stewart (2000-2001 season) and Brett Crittenden (2004-2005... [More]
Four Jackrabbits named to Northwest Kansas All-League Teams
Photo caption: Gael Yanez, Jadence Stewart, Braxon Mangan, and Jamir Yanez were recognized with Northwest Kansas All-League Honors. Greeley County Jackrabbits Braxon Mangan, Jadence Stewart, Gael Yanez, and Jamir Yanez have been recognized with All-League Post Season... [More]
Lady Jackrabbits defeated by Longhorns to end season
Photo caption: The Lady Jackrabbits posed with the high school boys’ SportsCenter crew after their home win over the Kiowa County Mavericks. Photo by Sheryl Crotinger. The Lady Jackrabbits traveled to Jetmore on Monday, March 2, to take on the Hodgeman County Longhorns... [More]
Grubb places second, Reynolds places fourth at WaKeeney Powerlifting Meet
Photo caption: Some of the Greeley County lifters participating in Saturday’s meet were (from left to right) Truett Young, Yoni Gutierrez, Jeff Heine, Rowdy Grubb, and Luke Grubb. Coach Austin Coffman has his back to the camera. Photo by Ashley Grubb. Greeley County Schools... [More]
Basketball Memories
Ryleigh Gooch, the fourth-grade daughter of Head Coach Josh Gooch and Courtney Gooch, sang the National Anthem before Monday evening’s home game against the Ness City Eagles. All photos by Sheryl Crotinger.
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NEWS
Mobile Tone Hearing expands local services
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Historical Society hosts community potluck, annual meeting
Photo caption: All available seats were taken for Sunday evening’s Community Potluck hosted by the Greeley County Historical Society. The Greeley County Historical Society hosted a community potluck in conjunction with their annual meeting and as a kick-off to the... [More]
Harlem Wizards entertain rowdy crowd
Photo caption: Top Flight, #100, on the Harlem Wizards team, put down several impressive dunks during Monday night’s game. Smooth, #13, and Evin Berquist look on. The All-Star Unit of the Harlem Wizards put on a rousing, entertaining show in Tribune Monday night,... [More]
KSHSAA recognizes officials for years of service; Dautel honored for 20 years
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Carnival improvements
Monty Moritz, Joe Martinek, Chad Martinek, and Erik Howell worked together to install a new awning, which will be covered in metal, over the recently-replaced roller coaster landing. Joe Martinek and Erik Howell also worked to install permanent fencing around the Small Ferris... [More]
Dry conditions linger
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Greeley County Historical Society Annual Report
Submitted by Jennifer Vogt-Crockett. Historical Society Vice-President The Historical Society exists to preserve the history of Greeley County through various means. This is the time of year when we look back and celebrate our accomplishments for the previous year. The number... [More]
Board of Supervisors meeting notes
Monday, April 13, 2026, 1 p.m. Notes by Sheryl Crotinger 1 p.m. Supervisors present: Steve Mangan, Monty Moritz, Alan Waggoner, Scott Steele, and Stan Shafer Others present: County Clerk Jerri Young, County Treasurer Diane Gentry, Unified Administrator Jeff Crockett,... [More]
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OPINIONS
Letter to the Community: We need lifeguards
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FFA isn’t all sows, plows, and cows
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Letter to the Editor: Passing the Rotor Act is Plane Common Sense
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Letter to the Editor
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Letter to the Editor
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Right to repair
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