Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal Newkirk Main Street saw a lot of activity Saturday morning as NMS held their first tie-dye fundraiser event in Hole in the Wall Park. Front row, from left, Natalee Tate, Tracy Goddard and Hannah Goddard. Back row, Camden Tate, Merrill Goddard and Caralee Boswell.  

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal The Senior Center was filled with activity Friday, June 18 to celebrate Father’s Day. The Fire Department grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, sausage, hot links and steaks, and patrons brought sides and dessert for a potluck lunch. Several lucky fathers also received “dad gifts” in a drawing.

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal Summer NASA students received a special cultural presentation Tuesday morning, June 22 when members of the Kaw Nation peformed a pow wow in their full regalia, along with drumming and singing in the Kaw language. They also learned about the history of the Kaw Nation and why the pow…

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal Monday dawned a wet and dreary summer morning, cancelling outdoor activities for the Summer NASA program, but that didn’t stop many young children from being active indoors, who had a blast being creative.

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal The Newkirk Public Library meeting room was filled with activity Thursday morning, June 17 as Kildare School kids participated in the Summer Reading Program. Librarian Marcina Overman read “The 3 Little Dossies,” by Gan Brett, a book about desert creatures, then they used construction paper to craft their own…

Everett Brazil, III/The Newkirk Herald Journal A house sitting next to Jiffy Trip on South Street was purchased by Jiffy Trip and demolished last week. It is unclear what the company plans to do with the property.

Courtesy Photo for The Newkirk Herald Journal Carl and Connie Riley were honored as the June 18 Yard of the Week. The event is sponsored by Newkirk Women’s League.