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Recently a group of Pittsburg State University students spent a Saturday morning at the Monahan Outdoor Education Center near Cherokee, netting, identifying, and banding birds in reclaimed mined lands that are now prairies and woodlands. more
CCFD #1, CCSO report overturned truck
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GIRARD, Kan. — Kourtney Anthony is a Girard resident who is concerned about safety and police staffing in light of the former police chief Seirra Roberts and former assistant police chief Jeff … more
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Five people were arrested Monday after Crawford County Sheriff’s investigators, Pittsburg Police Department and Kansas Bureau of Investigations’ High Risk Warrant Team searched a Pittsburg residence, according to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office.   more
Pittsburg Arts Council Founder steps down
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PITTSBURG, KS— After establishing the council in 2022 and leading the Pittsburg ArtWalk committee for years, Pittsburg Arts Council (PAC) Founding Board Member and President Crista Cunningham is leaving her position.   more
In celebration of our amazing teachers
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Teachers are some of the most influential people in a child’s life. For Teacher Appreciation Week, The Morning Sun is highlighting some of the many educators in Crawford County who are shaping future citizens of the world. Each day this week, the paper will feature four teachers from area schools.  more
Commission asked to lift solar moratorium
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GIRARD, Kan. — Just weeks after the commission was asked to extend the moratorium on wind and solar power, John Copyak of Shasta Power asked the commission to rescind the moratorium on solar … more
Substance abuse among teens at 30-year low
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When the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center - Greenbush first administered the Kansas Communities That Care (KCTC) Student Survey in 1995, 36 percent of students reported they had never drunk … more
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Roughly 300 local leaders and companies filled the ballrooms of the Overman Student Center at PSU Thursday night for the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 … more
In celebration of our amazing teachers
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Teachers are some of the most influential people in a child’s life. For Teacher Appreciation Week, The Morning Sun is highlighting some of the many educators in Crawford County who are shaping future citizens of the world. Each day this week, the paper will feature four teachers from area schools. more
Sense of belonging inspires performer
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The loving and caring environment he has found in theater, has inspired one young performer to be the absolute best he can be. It’s paying off. Recently, at the Kansas Jester Awards, Pittsburg High School Junior Norlan Aguilar was named Outstanding Leading Performer and he received a $1,000 scholarship for his role of Jean Valjean in the school’s production of “Les Misérables: School Edition.”  more
Parkinson’s sufferer founds support group
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Retired Kelce Business School professor Steve Horner is building a new support group for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers. Group meetings … more
‘Every kid should be allowed to play’
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GIRARD, Kan. — Local Eagle Scout Isabel Gabehart made a visit to Monday’s Girard City Council meeting, proposing a project promoting inclusivity.   “I am a Life Scout in … more
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Pittsburg High School conducted its annual performing arts scholarship signing event on Wednesday for 14 seniors who intend to continue their passions in music, theater, and … more
In celebration of our amazing teachers
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Teachers are some of the most influential people in a child’s life. For Teacher Appreciation Week, The Morning Sun is highlighting some of the many educators in Crawford County who are shaping future citizens of the world. Each day this week, the paper will feature four teachers from area schools.  more
PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Pittsburg Police Department and Crawford County Sheriff’s Office experienced a rise in calls for service and reports while the Pittsburg Fire Department’s decreased.   more
Students make community impact
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The social work program at Pittsburg State University had its biannual exhibition of community projects earlier this week on the second floor of Russ Hall. The event showcases … more
Arma Council talks police
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ARMA, Kan. — Arma Assistant Chief of Police Jesse Snider was a little late to Monday night’s city council meeting. He addressed the council to explain why.   “I just … more
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Deputy City Manager Jay Byers started off Wednesday’s meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Council (EDAC) with a status report on the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) … more
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