City of Hays

Hays is the county seat of Ellis County and the largest city in northwestern Kansas. It has the amenities you’d expect in a larger city but the charm and friendliness of a small town.

Plenty of cultural events keep residents and visitors busy yea...

City of Ellis

Ellis is located 16 miles west of Hays on I-70. This historic Kansas Railroad town features museums, parks, several ball diamonds, outdoor basketball courts and a nine hole grass green golf course. Big Creek winds through the community which provides scen...

City of Victoria

Victoria, population 1214 as of the 2010 census, is 11 miles east of Hays on I-70. The town is know for having one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas, Basilica of St. Fidelis, commonly known as The Cathedral of the Plains. 

Victoria is the home of George ...

City of Schoenchen

The city of Schoenchen is located one-half mile west of U.S. Highway 183, and roughly 11 miles south of Hays. The town has a population of 206 as of 2016.  To find out more about this quiet small town check them out at German Capital of Kansas.

Other Communities

Take time to explore the small communities and sites in Ellis County.

Antonino

Catharine

Munjor

Pfeifer

Vincent

Walker

Last Week's Sheriff Blotter (includes the weekend):

Welfare Checks X2, Motor Vehicle Accidents X3, Transports X8, Domestic Battery investigation, Civil Process services X40, Warrant Services X8, Suspicious Activity reports X3, Creating a Hazard investigation, Outside Agency Assists X2, Telephone Harassment...

Charges for Fingerprinting Services

Beginning Monday, February 1, 2021 the Ellis County Sheriff's Office will begin charging $10 for fingerprinting services. We will not charge for Concealed Carry, city employment and county employment.