The Iwo Jima Memorial has become a popular attraction for people visiting the WaKeeney area. The memorial site not only honors the Marines that fought and died in WWII, but all off those that have fought and died in the service of our country.
The Iwo Jima Memorial has become a popular attraction for people visiting the WaKeeney area. The memorial site not only honors the Marines that fought and died in WWII, but all off those that have fought and died in the service of our country.
The Emanuel Lutheran Church was constructed in 1902
WaKeeney, KS Historic ChurchesThe cornerstone of the Trego County Courthouse was laid in 1888, and the building was completed in 1889
WaKeeney, KS Historic CourthousesThis attractive building, which houses the city administration office, was built in 1937 of native limestone.
WaKeeney, KS Historic BuildingsOutdoor recreational opportunites abound around WaKeeney. The town is located in an area offering some of the best bird hunting anywhere. Cedar Bluff Lake and State Park, thirteen miles south of town, offers great fishing, camping, and boating. While you're there, explore Threshing Machine Canyon?
WaKeeney, KS RecreationWakeeney has the distinction of having two old- fashioned soda fountains on Main Street. Be a kid again and enjoy an old fashioned ice cream soda!
WaKeeney, KS Soda ShopsIn 1867, a party of travelers were transporting three threshing machines belonging to Brigham Young along the Smoky Hill Trai...
Bill Hougland transferred to Beloit High School his junior year in 1947. He then took the team to its first state championshi...