[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 44 (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Pages S956-S957]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING THE COUNCIL GROVE REPUBLICAN

 Mr. MARSHALL. Mr. President, I rise today to celebrate the 
Council Grove Republican, a remarkable smalltown newspaper serving the 
people of Council Grove, KS. With a population of roughly 2,200, 
Council Grove has been recognized as the smallest American town with 
its own daily newspaper.
  Since 1872, residents of Council Grove have relied on this 
publication to keep

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them informed about the news that directly impacts their community. The 
beloved newspaper has served as a trusted source for generations, 
covering everything from local politics to high school sports and 
community events.
  While many smalltown newspapers across the country have closed their 
doors, the Council Grove Republican continues publishing editions every 
Monday through Thursday. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of Jan 
Sciacca, Christy Jimerson, and Kay Roberts, the publication will 
strengthen the Council Grove community for years to come.
  I now ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Council Grove 
Republican and its staff for their commitment to informing and 
connecting the residents of Council Grove. Their efforts ensure that 
this historic publication remains a reliable source of local news and 
information.

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