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Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell

Friday, September 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell.“From his time in... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Judge Bruce Brown

Friday, August 22

TOPEKA, Kan. (August 22, 2025) — Governor Laura Kelly has directed flags to be lowered at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities in honor of 18th Judicial District Division 10 Judge Bruce Brown who passed away on Thursday,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Extends Application Deadline to Fill District Magistrate Judge Position in the 18th Judicial District

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday extended the deadline for applications to fill the district magistrate judge position in the 18th Judicial District. The 18th Judicial District is composed of Sedgwick County. Governor Kelly received official notice of this vacancy from the... Read More.

30th Judicial District Nominating Commission to Select New Judge for Kingman County

Monday, April 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 30th Judicial District Nominating Commission will interview nominees at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6 to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in Kingman County.The nominee selected to fill the vacant position will be replacing District Magistrate Judge Ronald... Read More.

Amanda Faber Selected as New Magistrate Judge for McPherson County

Saturday, January 18

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission has selected Amanda Faber to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County, effective once sworn in. Previously, Faber was a district magistrate judge in McPherson county. The 9th Judicial District is composed of Harvey... Read More.

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick Retiring After 36 Years of Dedicated Service

Tuesday, December 31

By Reno County, Kansas RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire on January 13, 2025, after 36 years with the 27th Judicial District serving the people of Reno County and the state of Kansas.A retirement reception will be held to celebrate... Read More.

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick to Retire from 27th Judicial District

Tuesday, December 17

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire January 13 after serving 36 years in the 27th Judicial District.The 27th Judicial District is Reno County. Dick was elected in 1988 and has served as chief judge since 2007.Dick... Read More.

9th Judicial District Nominating Commission Seeks Nominees for District Magistrate Judge

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission is seeking nominations to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County.The vacancy will be created when District Magistrate Judge Amanda Faber’s term expires.The 9th Judicial District is composed of... Read More.

Daniel Gilligan Named Chief Judge in 27th Judicial District

Friday, November 22

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has appointed District Judge Daniel Gilligan as chief judge of the 27th Judicial District effective January 13 through December 31, 2025.He succeeds Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick, who will retire January 12.The 27th... Read More.

Witt Places 2nd Behind Judge in Race for AL MVP

Friday, November 22

By Anne RogersKANSAS CITY, Mo. (Royals.com) - A historic 2024 season that saw Bobby Witt Jr. establish himself as one of the stars of the game also netted the shortstop the highest finish in American League Most Valuable Player voting by a Royal in 39... Read More.

9th Judicial District Nominating Commission Meeting Set for Nov. 20 to Discuss Nomination Process to Fill District Magistrate Judge Vacancy in McPherson County

Friday, November 15

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission is set to meet on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at noon to discuss the process for nominating a candidate to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County.The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission includes Justice Melissa... Read More.

Judge who Authorized Kansas Newspaper Raid Escapes Discipline with Secret Conflicting Explanation

Monday, August 5

By Sherman Smith, the Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The magistrate who authorized last year’s police raid on the Marion County Record escaped discipline from a state panel by making claims that contradict statements in federal lawsuits about how the search warrants arrived in front... Read More.