Record Temperatures Possible Today

Decision Weather

December 11th:

Warm temperatures today for the listening area, with highs in the low 70's in areas. A cold front moves through Friday morning. Friday through Sunday we'll have highs ranging in the 40's, then rising to 50's going into Monday. These warmer temperatures may last through next week after the cold front. Overnight lows in the 30's tonight are expected to drop with this cold front, hitting the teens Saturday evening. Going into next week they are forecast to stay in the 20's. 

Stay tuned to Super-Hits 106 to catch the forecast every half hour!

ACE Foundation Match Day

 ACE Foundation to host Match Day event Dec. 15

The ACE Foundation will host its annual Match Day event on Monday, Dec. 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Shirley Opera House. Community members are invited to stop by throughout the day to visit with board members, meet Executive Director Jo Argabright, enjoy refreshments, and make a contribution to the Rawlins County Future Fund during this important month of giving. 

December is Match Month for the ACE Foundation, meaning every local donation made during the month is tripled thanks to generous dollar-for-dollar matches from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Patterson Family Foundation. The community fundraising goal is to raise $100,000 locally, which will grow into $300,000 invested back into Rawlins County. All Match Month donations support the Rawlins County Future Fund, an endowed fund dedicated to strengthening the long-term vitality of the com munity. These dollars help the ACE Foundation fulfill its mission of supporting programs, projects, and opportunities that enhance the quality of life for residents and ensure a vibrant future for generations to come. 

“Our community shows time and again how much they care about the future of Rawlins County,”

Events Around the Atwood Area

In Oberlin:

Oberlin Area Concert Band The Oberlin Area Concert Bands (OACB) will be performing their Christmas Concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 at the Decatur Community High School Auditorium, 605 E. Commercial St. in Oberlin.

In McDonald:

Saturday, Dec. 20: Santa Claus Day at the McDonald Legion Hall starting with a free will donation meal followed by games of Bingo and a chance to win some nice prizes. More in formation to follow. Mark your calendars and plan to attend.

McDonald Holiday Lighting Contest Holiday Lighting Contest sponsored by M.A.D. (McDonald Area Development) has begun for the McDonald community. Judging of yards and houses will take place Dec. 18. There are three prizes being offered: $100, $75, and $50. Winners will announced on Dec. 20 at Santa Claus Day.

In Atwood:

Tree of Love Tree of Love “angels” are still available on the tree at Brown’s True Value. Pick an angel, buy a gift and wrap it. Packages should be returned to Brown’s True Value under the Tree of Love by Dec. 19. Cash donations are accepted.

Holiday Fun Throughout Atwood on Dec. 13 Kids Elf Craft Corner 9 am to noon at

Events Around the Colby Area

In Gem: 

Lions Pancake Day on Wednesday, Dec. 10th

The community is invited to attend the 71st Annual Gem Lions Club Pancake Day from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Gem Community Building. Serving pancakes, eggs, sausage and pie. Free will donation for the meal. For information, contact Sandy Johnson at sandyj747@gmail.com or 785-443-2297. 

In Colby:

Foundation For Hope Online Auction

NWKS Foundation for Hope's 12 Days of Hope online auction is live! All proceeds will go towards supporting cancer patients. Make a donation to help provide for patients in need, or bid in the online auction from December 1 - 12! Donations can be mailed to PO Box 187 in Colby, Venmo at nwks-hope, or call 785-443-0395.

Christmas Critters on Saturday, December 13th

2nd Annual Christmas Critters Petting Zoo at Colby Livestock Auction from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. At 125 S. Country Club Dr.

Christmas Market on Saturday, December 13th

Happy Veterans Day

 Today, we honor you, veterans! To all who have served and are currently serving - Thank you!

Buffalo Events This Month!

Buffalo Happenings 

RCHS College Financial Aid Meeting

There will be a Financial Aid/Scholarship/FAFSA meeting for RCHS students and their parents at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 in the Rawlins County Elementary School library. 

Basketball schedule  

Dec. 5, 6 p.m.: vs. Oberlin @ CEC
Dec. 9, 6 p.m.: Castle Rock @ Quinter Dec. 12, 6 p.m.: Castle Rock @ Quinter
Dec. 13, TBD: Castle Rock @ Quinter
Dec. 1, 4 p.m.: vs. Cheylin @ McDonald
Dec. 19, 4 p.m.: vs. Trenton @ Trenton
Jan. 6, 4 p.m.: vs. Trego @CEC

CCC Events and Notices

Blood Drive at CCC on Thursday, November 13th

CCC will be hosting a community blood drive from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Robert Burnett Student Union. Eligible donors aged 16 and older, in good health, and weighing at least 110 pounds are encouraged to donate blood to help meet the urgent need. According to the American Red Cross, only about 3% of age-eligible people donate blood annually, and the United States faces the lowest number of blood donors in two decades. Donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer.

All donors on Nov. 13 will receive a $10 e-gift card and automatic national entry for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards.

Appointments are encouraged and can be made by using the Red Cross app, visiting redcrossblood.org, or calling 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767).

Donors must present a photo ID or Red Cross Donor Card at check-in

Upcoming Events:

Happy Halloween!

Through the noon hour catch Chewie with a Halloween edition of the All 80's Lunch Hour and

this Halloween evening, tune in for a spooky playlist to add to your trick-or-treating experience!

Halloween Events Around the Listening Area

In Atwood:

Spook Parade Elementary school children are dressing up Thursday Oct. 30 for their annual trip through the Atwood business district. Action begins at 2 p.m.

Free Movie! A Halloween treat is being offered to kids by Atwood Rotary. A free movie will be shown at 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Jayhawk Theatre. Movie goers get a free bag of popcorn too!

Halloween Soup Supper

McDonald Area Development (M.A.D.) is hosting a free-will donation Halloween soup supper

from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31. A piñata for the kids will be around 6:30 p.m. Soup,

sandwiches and dessert will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Trick Or Treaters!  

We invite Trick or Treaters to the Good Samaritan Society in Atwood!

Thursday, October 31 3:30-6:30 p.m.

In Colby: 

Boo at the Mu on Saturday, October 25th

Come out to the Prairie Museum for Boo a the Mu! Starting at 1:00 p.m., families, kids and guests of all ages are invited to follow the yellow brick road to the fun-filled event. Tricks, Treats and other spooky fun are free for all who attend! All ages are welcome, costumes are encouraged but not required. The theme this year is "The Yellow Brick Road."

Halloween N Horses at CCC! - Tuesday, October 28th

This Month at Pioneer Memorial Library

Pioneer Memorial Library Events

Booked for Lunch

Join Booked for Lunch at the Pioneer Memorial Library at Noon on Wednesday, November 12th! Author Zach Diamanti will be talking about his book "Guard in the Garden". Light lunch provided, please call 785-460-4470 or email: contactus@colbylibrary.com to reserve your seat.

Storytime Sessions This October dives into big feelings that come with being little! "Tiny Humans, Big Emotions"

Preschool - Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.

Family Night - Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Baby and Me - Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m.

Toddlers - Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m.

Play with Purpose A parent-child workshop, a free five-week series for toddlers and their caregivers. 

- 75 minutes hands-on play and learning each week

Senator Moran Visits Colby with Special Presentation

Senator Moran traveled to Northwest Kansas this morning with a special presentation for those involved in the I70 tragedy back in March. After thanking the many staff and organization involved, the Senator took a tour of the new

WPAA Upcoming Shows

2025 Fall Schedule Released

Doors will open approximately 30 minutes before each show starts.        

Sunday, September 21 | 3:00 p.m. | Cultural Arts Center, Colby

Divas 3 is a NYC-based ensemble of superb singers that will perform music honoring the power ballads of the 70s and 80s.

Sunday, October 12 | 3:00 p.m. | Oakley H.S. Auditorium, Oakley

Sons of the Pioneers are American icons known around the world for their trademark harmonies and haunting lyrics that tell the story of the west.

Thursday, October 16 | St. Francis and Colby

Philip Daniel, film/dance composer and touring artist from Lincoln, Nebraska will do school workshops for students and an evening concert.

Memorial Day

Memorial Day Observances

Pastor Darin Laws from Atwood Baptist Church will give the Memorial Address during the Memorial Day service that begins at 10 a.m. Monday, May 26 at Fairview Cemetery in Atwood. The public is encouraged to attend. Veteran Beth Guth will present the poem “In Flanders Fields” written during WWI by Canadian physician Lt. Colonel John McCrae. The memorial wreath will be laid. Chris Niermeier will play “Taps.” In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held at the American Legion Hall. 

The McDonald American Legion post will conduct a Memorial Service at 10 a.m. Memorial Day at

Events This Easter

Around Atwood:

Egg Hunt on April 19th

The Easter Bunny will be hoppin’ down the trail to Atwood at 10 a.m. on April 19 to join kids ages birth to 4th grade for an Easter Egg Hunt on the courthouse lawn. There will even be special eggs. The event is sponsored by the Radiant Chapter Order of Eastern Star and community partners PDC, Atwood businesses and private community members.

In Herndon: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 19 at the Herndon City Park, for children up to fourth grade. There will also be a bake sale. 

In McDonald: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 19 at the Wheat Haven Home. Participants will be

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Innovation Center Efforts to Recruit Substitute Childcare Providers

Norton, Kan., Feb. 13, 2025 – The Innovation Center is actively seeking individuals interested in becoming qualified childcare substitutes to support local childcare providers and centers. This initiative aims to address a critical challenge in the childcare industry: the lack of available and trusted substitute providers. ​ 
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Childcare providers face long hours, typically from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., leaving little flexibility for personal appointments or family events. For home-based providers, even a brief absence can mean lost income and disrupt the families they serve. Childcare centers risk classroom closures when staff members are absent. Like public schools, childcare providers can utilize substitutes, but the process to become a childcare substitute is often lengthy and costly. ​ 
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Through the Innovation Center’s Childcare Shared Services Hub, these barriers are being removed. The Innovation Center will cover the expenses associated with becoming a childcare substitute, including: ​ 

Notices for the Listening Area

Daylight Savings 
Remember to ‘spring forward’ Sunday, March 9! Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. CST.

Statewide Tornado Alert Testing Sirens will sound at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 5 as cities participate in a statewide (Kansas) tornado alert drill.