Front row: Jersi Benisch, Keely Klinge, Briggs Fischer, Josey Bolen, and Jaelyn Ita. Back row: Christian Aquino, Jacopo Romolini, Payton Johnson, Kemper Benisch, and Tyler Wagoner. Photo by Peggy Fischer.
The 2025 Nebraska State Rodeo Association Finals wrapped up this past weekend in Lexington, and though most eyes were on the contestants, one of the sport’s most consistent champions wasn’t in the arena- but behind the books. Jill Hudson was named the 2025 NSRA... [More]
The Historical Exposition held annually at the Fort Wallace Museum was well attended by area students and history enthusiasts. On Friday, Students were invited to visit several learning stations scattered throughout the Fort Wallace Grounds where they learned everything it took... [More]
Actor Barry Corbin, known for his roles in Lonesome Dove and Yellowstone, will attend the Cowboys and Cattle Trails events at the Fort Wallace Museum on September 6. The locally produced short film, Trail End (2005) will be shown followed by a QandA led by the museum’s... [More]
TOPEKA — The lesser prairie chicken, a dancing grouse that has long teetered between threatened and endangered classifications, lost its federal protections in court in a victory for Great Plains petroleum and cattle industries. In a Tuesday decision from a Texas federal... [More]
United States Senator Jerry Moran was the guest of honor at Rotary on August 6, 2025, in Sharon Springs. The meeting was hosted by the Rotary Club of Goodland and by former members of the Sharon Springs Club, who aim to renew Rotary activities locally. Jim Ross, President... [More]
At a Rotary gathering in Sharon Springs on August 6, 2025, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran presented Paulette Unruh, Wallace County Emergency Medical Services Director, with a certificate showing the Recognition of First Responders as read on the floor of the U.S. Senate and printed... [More]
The acquaintance of Pastor Lyle Brock and his wife Doris has been concentrated into one short year—1930-1931. One to two years at each appointment was typical in those years of Pioneer Pastoring. It is a short acquaintance for us because it wasn’t in person, but just... [More]
20 Years Ago (2005) The Strand Theater was showing Red Eye starring Rachel McAdams, Cillian Murphy, and Brian Cox. The following movie was March of the Penguins featuring the voices of Morgan Freeman and Romane Bohringer. Fox Still was preparing for the Whimmydiddle event... [More]
25 Years Ago (2000) The Strand Theater was showing The Replacements starring Keanu Reeves and Gene Hackman. The following movie was Space Cowboys starring Clint Eastwood, Tommy Lee Jones, and Donald Sutherland. Sherri & Thad Vincent announced the birth of their son,... [More]
30 Years Ago (1995) The Strand Theater was showing Operation Dumbo Drop starring Danny Glover, Ray Liotta, and Denis Leary. The following movie was Waterworld starring Kevin Costner and Dennis Hopper. The 16th, and final, Wallace school reunion was recently held with an... [More]
15 Years Ago (2010) The Strand Theater was showing The Other Guys starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, and Derek Jeter. The following movie was Eat Pray Love starring Julia Roberts, Richard Jenkins, and Javier Bardem. The public was invited to a bridal shower for Charlie... [More]
20 Years Ago (2005) The Strand Theater was showing Wedding Crashers starring Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn. The following movie was The Dukes of Hazard starring Seann William Scott, Johnny Knoxville, and Jessica Simpson. Heath & Lynn Perry announced the birth of their... [More]
25 Years Ago (2000) The Strand Theater was showing The Kid starring Bruce Willis, Spencer Breslin, and Lily Tomlin. The following movie was What Lies Beneath starring Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer. The Goodland Regional Medical Center radiology department announced... [More]
30 Years Ago (1995) The Strand Theater was showing Mighty Morphin Power Rangers starring Karan Ashley and Johnny Yong Bosch. The following movie was The Indian in the Cupboard starring Hal Scardino and Litefoot. The family of John Shaw wished to honor him with a card shower... [More]
15 Years Ago (2010) The Strand Theater was showing Despicable Me featuring the voices of Steve Carell and Jason Segel. The following movie was The Last Airbender starring Noah Ringer and Dev Patel. The Fair float winners for businesses were Farm Management, Ag Power, and... [More]
Peak travel season may be over, but that doesn't mean that we are closing up shop at the Fort Wallace Museum! We have re-vamped winter hours that are already underway - you can visit Mon - Sat 10-4 MT this winter, weather permitting. If there is questionable weather, you can... [More]
It’s that time again in Wallace! It’s Rodeo Time! This year’s 70th Edition of the Fort Wallace Rodeo is shaping up to be a special one! There are again two performances; Saturday May 25 at 7 pm MDT and then on Sunday May 26 at 5 pm MDT. Admission... [More]
This past weekend, the Fort Wallace Museum had record-breaking attendance at the annual Symposium, and an equally successful Fundraiser Banquet. Around 90 people were in attendance at the day’s lectures and presentations, with attendees from all over Kansas, as well as... [More]
The Guardians of the Fort Wallace Museum will host their annual symposium and banquet on Saturday, March 16, at the museum, with symposium beginning at 8:30 am MDT and Capt. Keogh’s Emerald Banquet at 5 pm MDT. The theme of this year’s events is “The Moccasin... [More]
The Christmas Season approaches! Our annual Candlelight Christmas Service will be held on Sunday, December 3rd at 5:00 MT, starting at the 1888 Bethany Lutheran Church located on the west side of our Museum grounds. The traditional Swedish Lutheran service in the historic atmosphere... [More]
On Thursday evening, Nov. 2nd, come on over at 6 pm to hear a most talented musician, mandolinist and singer/songwriter John DePew! We will be hosting John inside the 1888 Bethany Lutheran Church. John Depew is a Kansas-based musician, songwriter, and traveler with a knack for... [More]
The fall travel season has featured strong attendance at the Fort Wallace Museum, with many retired couples and international travelers coming through. Our RV Park has also been busy, with many people staying to experience the local flavor of Wallace County. Our summer hours... [More]
This past Friday and Saturday, the Fort Wallace Museum grounds once again sprang to life -this time with the sights and sounds of a Native American village. 10 traditional tipis glowed in the sun, as well as military tents and a complete 1800s chuckwagon set-up. During Friday’s... [More]
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