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Photo gallery: First Post 66 game of the 2025 summer season
The Hiawatha American Legion Homer White Post 66 Braves competed against the Doniphan West 18U team at Wathena on Sunday, June 1.

Hiawatha native named as Air Force commander
The 90th Munitions Squadron at F.E. Warran Air Force Base located in Cheyenne, WY welcomed its new commander, who is originally from the Hiawatha area.

Interlocal 615 meets on June 4
The Board of Education of the Brown County Kansas Special Education Interlocal #615 held a regular June Board of Education meeting at 6:00 p.m. on June 4, 2025 at the Special Education Annex in Hiawatha.

Three arrested in Hiawatha for drug and child endangerment charges
Three Hiawatha residents were arrested for multiple charges, including for drugs and child endangerment, according to a report by Brown County Sheriff John Merchant.

Commodity Distribution in North Brown County takes place on Tuesday, June 24
Commodities for North Brown County will be distributed from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, at Eternal Hope Worship Center at 410 East Iowa Street.

Summer safety while operating vehicles
The school year is finally over, and the sun is finally making its appearance. During the summer, cruising with friends and family is a popular activity. Now is the time to make memories with the ones you love, but while still following the laws that ensure everyone’s safety.

HCVB recognizes Thrivent as June’s Member of the Month
Thrivent was recognized as June’s Hiawatha Chamber & Visitor Bureau’s Member of the Month on Wednesday afternoon on June 4.


Amberwell Hiawatha Foundation to Host 24th Annual Golf Tournament – Registration is open!
HIAWATHA, KS — The Amberwell Hiawatha Foundation invites community members and golf enthusiasts to participate in its 24th Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 14, at the Hiawatha Country Club. The event will begin with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start and offers a fun, competitive day on the course—while supporting the advancement of local healthcare.
