Hot Weekend Ahead

Decision Weather

August 6th:

Warmer temperatures return today and through the weekend, as well into next week. Expect highs in the mid 90's today, rising to highs in the low 100's for both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday night there is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms. Overnight temperatures will stay around the upper 60's/low 70's for the next few days. Looking into next week, Monday will be hot with highs in the 100's and Tuesday dropping slightly into the upper 90's. Cooler temperatures may start to return after Tuesday along with some chances for showers and thunderstorms.

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

It's Fair Time!

NWKS District Free Fair in Goodland!

August 1st - August 8th

Saturday, August 1st

  8:00 am

Fairgrounds - Open for Set-up

  4:00 pm

Parade Line-up

  5:00 pm NWKS Fair Parade (Main St.)

  Sponsored by: Sherman County 4-H Ambassadors

  6:00 pm

Music by MC Entertainment (Midway)

7:00 pm         Carnival - Open [Tickets, Wristband]

  10:00 pm Carnival - Closed [Kiddie Rides]

  11:00 pm Carnival - Closed [All Rides & Games]  

Sunday, August 2nd

  12:00 pm

Fairgrounds - Open for Set-up

  5:00 pm

Fairgrounds - Closed

Events Around the Colby Area

In Colby:

Picnic in the Park

Every Wednesday through the Summer at Fike Park from Noon to 1:00 p.m.

Cooper Barn Jams in Colby! 

The Prairie Museum is presenting Cooper Barn Jams on every Third Thursday from April until October from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Open to all performers and spectators! For more information call 785-443-3140 or email djmtoolbox@gmail.com

Farmers Market at Fike Park

The Thomas County Farmers Market will be meeting at the NW corner of Fike Park every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Find all forms of goodies from fresh fruits and veggies to artisan baked goods, to crafts and artwork presented by local entrepreneurs!

Ice Cream Social on Sunday, August 23rd

Surrounding Library Events

Pioneer Memorial Library Events

Blowout Booksale July 27 - August 1

During fair week! They will be open during regular business hours. Come explore the book tables and discover your next great read!

Monday 27th                    9am-5:30pm (Full Price)

Tuesday 28th                    9am-5:30pm (Full Price)

Wednesday 29th             9am-5:30pm (1/2 Price)

Thursday 30th                  9am-6pm        (1/2 Price)

Friday 31st                         9am-4:30pm  ($3 Per flat; $10 per box

Saturday 1st                    10am- 3:30pm (Free Will Donation)

Virtual Author Talk on Thursday, August 27

Pioneer Memorial will be having this talk at 1:00 p.m. Lucy Foley will be discussing her latest gripping novel set in a remote mountain lodge. "Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel." People can join in person at the library or register from their own device and watch at home. The video is recorded, so if you have registered to watch on your own and cannot attend, a recording will be sent automatically.

Atwood Public Library Events

Events Around the Atwood Area

In Atwood:

The 6th Annual Worship by the Water will be held at Lake Atwood on Saturday, August 15th at 6 p.m.! This is a free, family oriented Christian concert. This year's lineup includes two returning artists - Hannah Kerr and Cade Thompson. Philipsburg, Kansas's own Cody Jarvis will open the show with Worship and testimony. This also includes many food trucks and drink vendors! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free evening of worship! 

Matinee at the Jayhawk!

Every Thursday afternoon in the summer at 2 p.m., catch a movie at the Jayhawk. Movies are appropriate for all ages!

Rawlins County Museum in Atwood will be open every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.

beginning May 24. Regular hours are 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Food Pantry

The Rawlins County Food Pantry located at 5Ten Main is regularly open from 4 to 6 p.m. every Thursday afternoon. Come to the alley entrance. Donations are welcome then also. 

Chicken Fried Steak Dinner

CCC Events and Notices

Little Trojan Volleyball Camp Aug. 5-6

COLBY, Kan. (July 21, 2026) — Colby Community College will host the Little Trojan Volleyball Camp from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 5-6 at the Colby Event Center.

The camp provides a fun introduction to volleyball for children entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Campers will learn basic skills through drills, games and other activities led by Colby volleyball coaches and members of the 2026-27 team. No previous volleyball experience is required.

The fee is $50 per camper. Participants may register online.

For more information, contact Coach Carey Jones at carey.jones@colbycc.edu or 785-269-7728

Block Party Wednesday, Aug. 19

School is just around the corner! Join us in welcoming students to Colby Community College