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More Than $11 Million Awarded for Kansas Transportation Projects

GARDNER, Kan. (KPR) — Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has announced more than $11 million will be awarded to 14 transportation construction projects across the state. The state grants are made possible through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Cost Share Program.Kelly stopped in Gardner... Read More.

Master Gardeners Hosting Garden Fair Saturday in Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Reno County Extension Master Gardeners are hosting a Garden Fair at their demonstration garden on the Hutchinson Community College campus on Saturday, June 10th, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will feature educational booths, garden vendors, garden craft... Read More.

CCRC’s Annual Purse Auction is July 20th, Donations Being Accepted

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cancer Council of Reno County is now accepting donations for its 2023 Purse Auction.Totes Clutches Backpacks Beach Bags Children’s Bags Suitcases Duffels Designer Bags Briefcases Golf Bags Wristlets Coolers Diaper BagsCCRC’s annual Purse Auction takes place on Thursday, July... Read More.

38th Annual Kansas 8-Man All-Star Games Set For Saturday In Beloit

By Derek Nester BELOIT, Kan. – West meets east in the 38th annual Kansas 8-Man All-Star Games, which will take place Saturday, June 10th at Trojan Field in Beloit, Kansas.The games, which are organized by the Kansas Eight-Man Football Association, began in 1986 to showcase the best... Read More.

Great Bend Utilities to Address Leaks

GREAT BEND, Kan. – The City of Great Bend Utilities would like to address the growing concern over the multiple leaks throughout town. “We are aware of the amount of water leaking from meter pits,” Public Works Director Jason Cauley said. “These leaks were caused... Read More.

Chamber Blue of Kansas 2024 Enrollment Beginning Soon

GREAT BEND, Kan. – Employers looking to explore health benefit offerings will have another opportunity to review or renew the new Chamber Blue of Kansas health insurance offering. Chamber Blue is an innovative partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) and Chamber... Read More.

Hutchinson Man Arrested on Juvenile Sex Charges

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – On June 6th, 2023, the Special Operations Division and Investigations Division with the Hutchinson Police Department arrested William Eric Allen, 55, of Hutchinson, KS for 1) Indecent Solicitation of a child to commit or submit to an unlawful sex act 2)... Read More.