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Hiawatha man sentenced to 40 months in state prison for failure to register as sex offender

September 22, 2025

Randall McFeeters, Jr., 39, of Hiawatha was sentenced on Monday to 40 months in State Prison for failing to register as a sex offender.

Red Hawks Battle Hard, Come Up Short at Sabetha

September 22, 2025

The Hiawatha Red Hawks hit the road Friday night for their third game of the season, taking on the Sabetha Bluejays, who entered the matchup ranked No. 4 in Class 2A by MaxPreps. Despite a strong effort, the Red Hawks came up short, falling 15-0 in a defensive battle.

Hiawatha Police Department Weekly Bulletin

September 22, 2025

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Senator Moran Recognized by WWP for Outstanding Support of Veterans

September 21, 2025

Washington, DC (September 18) -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is proud to name U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kansas) as its Legislator of the Year for 2025. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding legislative effort and achievement to improve the lives of post-9/11 wounded, ill, and injured veterans.

Video: Touring around Hiawatha with a tractor

September 20, 2025

Brown County Historical Society Secretary Tim Wenger drove his John Deere tractor around the Brown County Courthouse Square and other areas of town while giving Hiawatha Elementary School kids and staff a short tour with a seating platform.

HES principal awarded by KAEA

September 20, 2025

The Kansas Art Education Association (KAEA) has selected Danielle Dierenfeldt, Hiawatha Elementary School Principal, to receive a 2025-26 Art Enhancer Award. The award will be officially presented at the KAEA Fall Conference on Friday October 10 in Hiawatha Kansas.