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Markets set to begin next month
Chamber announces annual awards
Chamber announces annual awards
Small fire reported at Homestead
Small fire reported at Homestead
File photo. Kenzie Schaeffer of Zeb’s Coffeehouse delivers a curbside order during the pandemic. 
Local businesses recall “chaos” of pandemic five years ago
AuBurn Pharmacy in Eudora has no plans to close it's doors, but AuBurn struggles with the same issues other community pharmacies do, CEO Mike Burns said. 
Local pharmacies around Kansas face financial strain
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City discusses crosswalk safety near future apartments
Federal grant worth $21 million to city now on hold
Federal grant worth $21 million to city now on hold
city hall file
City to have joint meeting to hear county updates
Public health panel including Eudora principal to discuss violence
Public health panel including Eudora principal to discuss violence
Reazin announces another run for commission, Cullen will not re-file
Reazin announces another run for commission, Cullen will not re-file
Stricter cellphone policy considered for high school
Stricter cellphone policy considered for high school
Third graders perform music from around the world
Third graders perform music from around the world
Eighth graders explore their futures at career fair
Eighth graders explore their futures at career fair
Science Olympiad teams place second at state
Science Olympiad teams place second at state
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Prom to return to KU campus with “Tangled”-inspired theme
Aiden Mack made a new sign for the Southwest Cemetery for his Eagle Scout project.
Eagle Scout project brings attention to Black cemetery with new sign
Eudora Times wins 25 state newspaper awards
Eudora Times wins 25 state newspaper awards
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Scouting for Food collects month’s worth of donations
FILE PHOTO. Volunteers help pack meals at Harvesters in Topeka.
Federal and state funding cuts could affect Eudora’s Harvesters distribution
Giving Garden's upcoming season full of events and learning opportunities
Giving Garden’s upcoming season full of events and learning opportunities
Baseball wins one, loses one
Baseball wins one, loses one
Sophomore Kambrea Kerr dribbles past a Barstow defender on Tuesday night.
Girls soccer knocks off Barstow
Junior Olivia O’Toole pitches during the Cardinals’ doubleheader sweep of Paola on Tuesday night.
Softball sweeps Paola
Eudora graduate Harper Schreiner poses with a Pittsburg State T-shirt in the high school gym. Schreiner made the Final Four with Pittsburg State’s women's basketball team this season.
Pair of Eudora grads make DII basketball Final Four
Sophomore Avery Hemphill competes in the pole vault during the first track and field meet of the season Tuesday.
Cardinals compete in season-opening track and field meet
Obituaries: Darlene Katzfey
Obituaries: Darlene Katzfey
Seniors decorate cookies. 
Avoiding holiday blues: Senior citizen advocates emphasize keeping traditions
SUBMITTED PHOTO. Carter’s daughter, Carol Holmes, helped plan the party and kept most of it a secret from her father. 
A century of memories: Local WWII veteran celebrates milestone birthday
Diane Chrislip leads the senior women’s fitness class in resistance band training.
Building strength: Senior exercise groups benefit beyond fitness
Kathy Davis, 77, began limiting her driving over a decade ago. Now, she only drives in Eudora and Lawrence.  
Hitting the brakes: When should seniors give up their car keys?
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The girls’ team poses with their trophy after the awards ceremony.

Girls cross country secures back-to-back state titles

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October 30, 2022
Sophomore Lainey Orr is overcome with emotion as teammates celebrate following the Lady Cards victory.

Eudora overcomes 18-point deficit to pick up OT win at state

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March 10, 2022
Lady Cards advance to state with Schreiner’s team-high 26 points

Lady Cards advance to state with Schreiner’s team-high 26 points

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March 5, 2022
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STATEBOUND

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March 4, 2022
Junior co-captain Kambry Shockley takes down an opponent.

EHS girls wrestling program experiences significant growth

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December 13, 2021
Senior Harper Schreiner dribbles up the court as senior Abby Watson defends.

Girls basketball preview: Leadership from seniors, defense keys to success

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December 3, 2021
Junior Jaden Hamm finishes a layup during practice.

Boys basketball preview: A young team gives many players a chance to grow

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December 2, 2021
Sean Mower and Aiden show one of the wooden flags they have worked on.

Eudora family gives back to the Police Department

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November 16, 2021
Junior Octavius Lyles scores a rush touchdown.

Eudora falls to Bishop Miege 6-21 at sectionals

CHRIS FORTUNE
November 13, 2021
Freshman Errol Siemon rushes by an Atchison defender for a touchdown.

Eudora dominates Atchison 50-7 at regionals

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November 6, 2021
The girls’ team celebrates after learning they are state champions.

CHAMPIONS: Girls’ cross country captures first title

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October 31, 2021
Senior Brayden Beerbower stiff arms a defender.

Cardinals roll past Ottawa 48-12 and advance to regionals

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October 30, 2021
Sophomore Zach Arnold approaches the finish line.

STATEBOUND: Girls finish first at regionals and boys finish third

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October 24, 2021
Sophomore Adrion Seals catches a 23-yard touchdown pass.

Cardinals conquer undefeated Spring Hill 33-7

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October 23, 2021
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School Board candidate: Heather Whalen

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October 22, 2021
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School Board candidate: Eric Votaw

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October 22, 2021
Senior Cody Loganbill (left) and sophomore Zach Arnold practice running 200 meters on the track.

EHS cross country gears up for Regionals

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October 21, 2021
Junior Jaiden Bender bull rushes an Ottawa offensive lineman.

Cardinals rebound on homecoming night with 35-7 win over Ottawa

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October 9, 2021
Homecoming

The king and queen

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October 8, 2021
LMH Health provides COVID-19 update

LMH Health provides COVID-19 update

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September 24, 2021
Senior quarterback Gage Hayden evades a Bonner Springs defender.

Cardinals offense shines in 48-28 win over Bonner Springs

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September 18, 2021
Lt. Tom Willis, detective Michael Rubow and officer Austin Kost received the Eudora Police Department’s lifesaving award last month.

Three Eudora officers recognized with lifesaving award

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September 11, 2021
Octavius Lyles finds open space and blazes past Baldwin defenders for a 72-yard touchdown. See more game photos on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

Cardinals crush Baldwin 53-0 in season opener

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September 4, 2021
Eudora soccer wins over Bishop Seabury Academy

Eudora soccer wins over Bishop Seabury Academy

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August 28, 2021
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Eudora churches experience financial highs and lows over past year

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May 8, 2021
Sebastian Lewis poses for a picture while watching the junior varsity baseball team home game during practice.

EHS baseball player throws perfect game

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April 23, 2021
Brenten Ormsby takes practice swings at Twin Oaks Golf Complex during a team practice.

EHS senior tees up opportunity for first golf season

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April 18, 2021
Senior Kate Erpelding dribbles into traffic against Louisburg.

“I missed them so much last year”: Senior soccer players grateful to play again

Chris Fortune
April 12, 2021
The Rev. Ross Baker poses for a picture with his son Charles before the Good Friday evening service.

Church leaders outline plans for Easter

Chris Fortune
April 3, 2021
Contributed photo. Mitch Ballock drives against an Ohio defender.

“I think it’s indescribable”: Ballock family prepares to watch son play in Sweet 16

Chris Fortune
March 28, 2021
Track coach Joe Pickett is ready for the upcoming season.

“These kids need this”: Spring sports coaches reflect on a lost season

Chris Fortune
March 24, 2021
Eudora High School fall sports coaches are preparing for their seasons, but their chances of playing continue to be uncertain due to the coronavirus.

Eudora prepares to snap the ball. The Cardinals scored early in the game but could not keep up with adjustments made to the Thunder defense.

Fans watch as the Cardinals take the field. Families spaced 10 feet apart to maintain social distancing at the game.

Teammates celebrate as Brayden Beerbower scores a touchdown.

Silas Etter lines up at wide receiver. The Cardinals lost to Nemaha Central Friday 36-6.

Seniors Cael Lynch and Jayla Pierce are crowned homecoming king and queen during halftime.

Matthew Evans returns a kickoff from behind the 5-yard line.

Octavius Lyles celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown. 

The Cardinals prepare to take the field for the homecoming game Friday.

Left to right: Alex Kooken, Kale Breedlove, Jace McCormick and Dylan Meier stand 6-feet apart at soccer practice. Eudora soccer has 20 seniors on the team this year.

Eudora parents cheer after the Eudora varsity soccer team scores a goal.

Jared and Angela Karten cheer on the freshman volleyball team.

Jaiden Bender received an offer from KU last month.

Two more Eudora football players receive Division I offers

Chris Fortune
March 14, 2021
Members of the Eudora United Methodist Church sit in their vehicles and listen to worship broadcast through the radio.

Eudora quarterback Ezekiel Reazin throws to a teammate before practice.

Cael Lynch (front) stretches during practice. Lynch is one of three Eudora football seniors hoping to continue playing in college.

The Cardinals celebrate after a rushing touchdown by Ezekiel Reazin.

The Eudora football seniors pose for a photo after their final game together.

Junior Harper Schreiner scored a game high 15 points and made both of her 3-pointers.

Melia Martin looks for an open teammate.

Mackenzie Mayer shoots over a Basehor defender.

Jaden Hamm scores at the rim as Basehor defenders collapse on defense.

Jayla Pierce scores a layup through contact for the and one.

Melia Martin drives to the hoop.

Silas Etter lines up at wide receiver at a home game against Nemaha Central last season.

The boys and girls varsity team practice on the mat.

Kyleigh Musick (front), followed by Harper Andrews and Phoebe Fletcher running at practice.

The wrestling team practices to prepare for sub-state. (Left) Cael Lynch practices with Mason Cox (below).

Logan Sullivan shoots over the outstretched hand of a defender.

Landon Watkins pump fakes a Spring Hill defender.

Ty Abts drives baseline.

From left: Seniors Kourtney Balluch, Brylee Graff, Jayla Pierce, Melia Martin, Kate Erpelding and Harleigh Moore practice ahead of the game Friday night.

From left: Seniors Kourtney Balluch, Brylee Graff, Jayla Pierce, Melia Martin, Kate Erpelding and Harleigh Moore practice ahead of the game Friday night.

[Photo] “Gotta live it up:” Girls basketball seniors reflect on careers

February 26, 2021
From left: Seniors Kourtney Balluch, Brylee Graff, Jayla Pierce, Melia Martin, Kate Erpelding and Harleigh Moore practice ahead of the game Friday night.

“Gotta live it up:” Girls basketball seniors reflect on careers

Chris Fortune
February 26, 2021
Landon Watkins pump fakes a Spring Hill defender.

[Photo] Hot first half proves crucial in Cardinals 58-55 win

February 20, 2021
Logan Sullivan shoots over the outstretched hand of a defender.

Ty Abts drives baseline.

Landon Watkins pump fakes a Spring Hill defender.

Hot first half proves crucial in Cardinals 58-55 win

Chris Fortune
February 20, 2021
The wrestling team practices to prepare for sub-state. (Left) Cael Lynch practices with Mason Cox (below).

[Photo] EHS wrestling sends seven to sub-state

February 19, 2021
The wrestling team practices to prepare for sub-state. (Left) Cael Lynch practices with Mason Cox (below).

EHS wrestling sends seven to sub-state

Chris Fortune
February 19, 2021
Kyleigh Musick (front), followed by Harper Andrews and Phoebe Fletcher running at practice.

EHS wrestling sends three girls to regionals

Chris Fortune
February 14, 2021
The boys and girls varsity team practice on the mat.

Silas Etter lines up at wide receiver at a home game against Nemaha Central last season.

Silas Etter talks commitment to K-State, football future

Chris Fortune
February 6, 2021
Jayla Pierce scores a layup through contact for the and one.

EHS girls basketball wins 53-44 at home over Baldwin

Chris Fortune
February 5, 2021
Melia Martin drives to the hoop.

Mackenzie Mayer shoots over a Basehor defender.

EHS boys and girls basketball lose in Basehor

Chris Fortune
January 27, 2021
Jaden Hamm scores at the rim as Basehor defenders collapse on defense.

Eudora Baptist Church members participate in a Christmas-themed service inside of a barn.

Eudora church leaders share thoughts for the new year, reflect on 2020

Chris Fortune
January 21, 2021
Junior Harper Schreiner scored a game high 15 points and made both of her 3-pointers.

EHS girls basketball completes comeback win over De Soto

Chris Fortune
January 19, 2021
Melia Martin looks for an open teammate.

Eudora High School will limit spectators two parents or guardians at school activities starting today.

EHS to allow limited spectators at sporting events

Chris Fortune
December 10, 2020
Members of the Eudora Baptist Church’s Operation Christmas Child Committee stand with the boxes donated and packed by the community.

‘A light in a dark world:’ Cornerstone Eudora brings Operation Christmas Child to town

Chris Fortune
December 2, 2020
EHS freshman Joellen Vogt poses with her medal from the Kansas State Tournament. She took 20th overall.

EHS golfer makes Eudora history in first year of girls’ program

Chris Fortune
November 24, 2020
The Eudora football seniors pose for a photo after their final game together.

[Photo] Cardinals football playoff run ends in Basehor

November 8, 2020
The Cardinals celebrate after a rushing touchdown by Ezekiel Reazin.

The Eudora football seniors pose for a photo after their final game together.

Cardinals football playoff run ends in Basehor

Chris Fortune
November 8, 2020
Eudora quarterback Ezekiel Reazin throws to a teammate before practice.

[Photo] EHS football players navigate recruiting amid pandemic

November 2, 2020
Cael Lynch (front) stretches during practice. Lynch is one of three Eudora football seniors hoping to continue playing in college.

Eudora quarterback Ezekiel Reazin throws to a teammate before practice.

EHS football players navigate recruiting amid pandemic

Chris Fortune
November 2, 2020
Eudora churches are finding creative ways to meet while social distancing as winter approaches.

Eudora churches give updates and outline winter plans

Chris Fortune
October 25, 2020
Members of the Eudora United Methodist Church sit in their vehicles and listen to worship broadcast through the radio.

Eudora parents cheer after the Eudora varsity soccer team scores a goal.

“It’s a relief every game they play”: EHS parents grateful kids can play sports

Chris Fortune
September 30, 2020
Jared and Angela Karten cheer on the freshman volleyball team.

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