local stories

The Faces Behind the Community

Local stories from south central Kansas.

Welcome to Local Stories, where we shine a spotlight on the people who make Pratt extraordinary. This section features in-depth interviews and inspiring profiles originally published in Destination Pratt Magazine—now brought to life online.


From small business owners and educators to artists, volunteers, and everyday heroes, these are the voices that shape our town’s identity. Their journeys, challenges, and passions remind us that community is built one story at a time.


Check back often for new interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and exclusive web features only available here.

A group of people standing on a sidewalk holding potted plants.
By Kimberly DeClue July 1, 2025
a blossomin beginning
A brick building with a green roof and a large window.
By Kimberly DeClue July 1, 2025
A Landmark Reimagined
A man is swinging a bat at a baseball on a field at night.
By Kimberly DeClue July 1, 2025
From Louisiana to Kansas: A Journey of Purpose
A large building with the word hotel on it
By Kimberly DeClue July 1, 2025
A Vision for Connection and Contribution
A red brick street with a white building on the right
By Kimberly DeClue July 1, 2025
From Legal Expertise to City Leadership
The sun is setting over a lake with trees in the background.
By Lacey Hykel July 1, 2025
Pratt county veterans memorial lake