Ellis County Sheriff's Office

08/27/2026

If you are a night owl and enjoy running/walking, come out and join us. We are going to have a lot of fun and it’s for a fantastic cause!!🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️

Join us in HAYS for Kansas' most unique race! The Midnight Run 5K is coming September 5 and all proceeds benefit programming for Special Olympics Kansas athletes. Register NOW to receive early bird pricing at $20: https://charity.pledgeit.org/midnightrunhays

08/27/2026

Office Closed

The Sheriffs Office will be closed on Monday September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 8am Tuesday September 8th.
Enjoy the weekend with family and friends and be safe.

08/24/2026

Congratulations to Nathan Karlin

We would like to congratulate Nathan Karlin for completing the 14 week class at KLETC to become a deputy for the Ellis County Sheriff Office. He was a previous detention officer before taking the position of deputy assigned to the courts.
Congratulations Nate best of luck in your new position.🎉

07/13/2026

Congratulations to Bryce Braun

We would like to congratulate Bryce Braun for completing the 14 week class at KLETC to become a deputy for the Ellis County Sheriff Office. He was a previous detention officer before coming to the road.
Congratulations Bryce and good luck in your new positon as Deputy.🎉

07/10/2026

Tour Die Kapellen Bicycle Ride Saturday July 11th

** Public Safety Notice – Bicycle Ride Event this Saturday, July 11th**
Event: Tour Die Kapellen
This Saturday morning, a large group bicycle ride will take place, starting at the Shelter House in Municipal Park (112 Main St.).
Schedule:

6:45 AM – Announcements, National Anthem, and Invocation
7:00 AM – Riders depart on routes ranging from 30 to 100 miles

Approximately 250 to 300 cyclists will be riding throughout Ellis County, stopping at churches along the route. Cyclists will be on the following roads (Highway 40, US 183, Catherine Rd., Cathedral Avenue, Pfeifer Avenue, 280th Avenue, 240th Avenue, Antino Road), so we urge all drivers to exercise extra caution.
Churches Visited on the Tour die Kapellen:

St. Catherine Catholic Church – Catharine, KS
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Hays, KS
St. Francis of Assisi Church – Munjor, KS
St. Fidelis Basilica (“The Cathedral of the Plains”) – Victoria, KS
Holy Cross Church – Pfeifer, KS
St. Ann’s Church – Walker, KS
St. Boniface Catholic Church – Vincent, KS
Our Lady Help of Christians – Antonino, KS
St. Anthony Church – Schoenchen, KS

Safety Reminders for Drivers:

Slow down when approaching cyclists
Pass only when it is safe
Give plenty of space when passing

Safety signage will be posted throughout the county.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation in helping make this a safe and successful event for all.

07/07/2026

We had an awesome time in the Wild West Parade!! We love to see the smiles on the kids faces and of course the adults too!!

07/04/2026

As we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary, we wish everyone a safe, happy, and patriotic Independence Day. Celebrate responsibly, and God Bless America! 🇺🇸

06/29/2026

Closed Friday 3th of July

We will be closed Friday July 3rd in observance of the July 4th holiday. We hope you all enjoy time with your family and friends and be safe!!

06/04/2026

Road Flooding (140th and 150th) on Highway 40 in Ellis County

Road Flooding (140th and 150th) on Highway 40, so please avoid the area.

05/27/2026

Congratulations!!!!

We would like to congratulate Lucas Hecker for completing the 14 week class at KLETC to become a deputy for the Ellis County Sheriff Office.
Congratulations and best of luck in your new position.🎉