Ulysses Police Department

04/28/2026

04/25/2026

🚨 Scam Alert 🚨

Reports have been received of a scam circulating on Facebook and Cash App.

An individual is posing as a seller and requesting a $1,000 down payment for a vehicle purchase.
Please use caution:
• Do not send money upfront for a vehicle that has not been seen in person
• Avoid using Cash App or other non-secure payment methods for large purchases
• Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true
• Verify the seller and meet in a safe, public location

Protect yourself and help protect others by staying informed. Please share to spread awareness.

04/15/2026

This week we recognize Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week and want to give a big thank you to our Animal Control Officer Langston for the work she does every day.

From protecting our community and assisting officers at all hours of the day/night, to rescuing animals and handling difficult situations with professionalism and care — your dedication does not go unnoticed. You are an important part of our team and we appreciate your commitment, compassion, and service.

Thank you for everything you do for both our residents and the animals in our community. 🐾

04/06/2026

SCAM ALERT! Have you or someone you know received this text message? The Johnson County, KS Sheriff's Office has confirmed that this is a scam.

Reminder: Law enforcement will not reach out to you via text message for unpaid fines or court dates.

Do not reply to the message, and report it as spam.

04/02/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 2, 2026
Contact: Yazmin Moreno | [email protected] | 620-765-7080

Resurfacing underway along U.S.160 in Ulysses

The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun a multi-phase highway resurfacing project today, April 2, along U.S. 160 from west of Comanche Street to South Road K/S Stubbs Road within the Ulysses city limits. This first phase of this resurfacing project will upgrade U.S. 160 by replacing the existing asphalt with concrete and improving multiple driveways.

Traffic on U.S. 160 will be limited to one lane and directed by temporary traffic signals. The work zone will be marked with signs and cones with a reduced speed limit. Drivers should plan for possible delays of up to 15 minutes. A vehicle restriction of 11 feet wide or 75 feet long will be in place.

During the initial phase of this project, motorists should anticipate turning restrictions at Missouri Street. Through southbound and northbound U.S, 160 traffic will be allowed on Missouri Street. Traffic turning onto U.S. 160 from either direction on Missouri Street will not be allowed. Additionally, westbound traffic on U.S. 160 will be unable to turn left onto Missouri Street.

As the project progresses, several city road accesses to U.S. 160 will be temporarily closed; KDOT will inform locals during each closure. These measures are necessary to complete the improvements.

Vogts-Parga Construction LLC, of Moundridge, is the contractor on this $2.5 million project, which is anticipated to be completed by the end of July, weather permitting.

For more information, contact Joel Valdez, Area Construction Manager, at (620) 624-4451, or Yazmin Moreno, Public Information Officer, at (620) 765-7080.

The map shows the approximate location of the project in red.

02/26/2026

Congratulations to Anne. We appreciate everything you do; you go above and beyond for all the animals in our community.

Congratulations Anne Langston from Ulysses Animal Shelter for winning the 2026 Animal Welfare Professional of the Year Award! Along with the presented award, she also received a $100 visa gift card, and free tuition to our 2027 training conference. 🏆👏👏

02/16/2026

A dangerous high wind event is likely to unfold on Tuesday as a powerful jet stream core moves out across our southwest Kansas region. Blowing dust is also likely, particularly in vicinity of open fields. Dangerous fire weather conditions will also unfold beginning late morning/midday as relative humidity falls into the teens. Keep checking back for updates concerning this fairly high end wind and fire weather event.

02/11/2026

MISSING PERSON UPDATE: Emilia Brown, 42, who was reported missing on January 21, was located safe today (February 11) in Ulysses. We thank the Ulysses Police Department for their assistance and appreciate everyone who shared Emilia's information.

ACTUALIZACIÓN DE PERSONA DESAPARECIDA: Emilia Brown, de 42 años, quien fue reportada como desaparecida el 21 de enero, fue localizada a salvo hoy (11 de febrero) en Ulysses. Agradecemos al Departamento de Policía de Ulysses por su ayuda y apreciamos a todos los que compartieron la información de Emilia.

01/26/2026