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Details Released on Pedestrian Struck and Killed by a Train Last Week in Hutchinson

Wednesday, March 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Police Department (HPD) has released information on a pedestrian hit by a train last week. Shortly after 4 p.m. on Friday, March 24, officers were dispatched to the railroad tracks west of 2nd Ave and N. Monroe St for the... Read More.

Kansas Senate Approves Adoption Tax Credit

Wednesday, March 29

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - The Kansas Senate has given initial approval to a bill increasing state tax credits for adoption. Under the measure, those who adopt children would get almost $15,000 per child. The Senate also made the tax credit refundable. That means parents eligible... Read More.

Kansas House Votes to Prohibit Bans on Plastic Bags, Straws

Wednesday, March 29

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - The Kansas House has voted to prohibit local governments from banning single-use plastics, like plastic bags and straws. But the bill fell short of a veto-proof majority and may not survive. Democratic Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a similar measure last... Read More.

Kansas Medicaid Patients Struggle to Obtain Medical Equipment

Wednesday, March 29

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Medical equipment - like wheelchairs, walkers or bath chairs - can make a big difference in the quality of life for people with disabilities. But Kansans who are on Medicaid often face red tape and that can cut them off... Read More.

Kansas House Approves $4.8 Billion Budget

Wednesday, March 29

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - The Kansas House has approved a $4.8 billion budget proposal that likely sets the Legislature on the path to final negotiations over spending. The Senate recently approved its own budget and will conference with the House soon to craft a... Read More.

Sen. Marshall’s Bill Puts COVID Benefits Scammers on Notice

Wednesday, March 29

Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. led five of his Senate Republican colleagues on new legislation that would ensure accountability for individuals who defrauded American taxpayers by improperly receiving federal COVID-19 unemployment insurance (UI). The bill, titled the Pandemic... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of Jaceyln Chambers as New Arts & Culture Coordinator

Wednesday, March 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of Jacelyn Chambers as its new Arts & Culture Coordinator. She will begin this role on the Hutch Rec leadership team on April 17. At Hutch Rec, Chambers will be responsible in organizing and managing arts,... Read More.

USD 308: Brief Police Presence at Lincoln Elementary

Wednesday, March 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On the afternoon of Wednesday, March 29, 2023, Lincoln Elementary experienced a soft lockdown after advisement from law enforcement due to a potential incident in the neighborhood surrounding the school. Students were dismissed on time and there was a brief police presence... Read More.

Kansas Basketball Coaches Association Announces 2023 All-State Teams

Wednesday, March 29

The Kansas Basketball Coaches Association have released their All-State teams for the 2022-23 season. KBCA ALL-STATE TEAMS BOYS CLASS 6A First team Jack Bachelor, sr., Washburn Rural; Blake Garrett, sr., Blue Valley North; Zaxton King, jr., Lawrence; Harrison Kisling, sr., Olathe West; Grant Stubblefield, sr., Blue Valley Northwest; TJ... Read More.

McPherson Lady Swimmers Qualify 400 Freestyle Relay in Second Place Finish at Andover Tuesday

Wednesday, March 29

By Grant Barrett, Ad Astra Radio ANDOVER, Kan. - For the second straight meet, the Bullpup Swim team finished second, recording several new best times trailing only Andover in the team standings. The team of Adyson Wiens, Gracy Hubbard, Clarea Williams and Danica Brunk became state... Read More.

McPherson College Announces New Director of Athletics

Wednesday, March 29

McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson College announces Josh Daume will join the Bulldog Athletic Department as the new director of athletics. Daume has 20 years of experience in NCAA Division I athletics. “I look forward to welcoming Josh to McPherson College,” said McPherson College President Michael Schneider.... Read More.

Bullpup Softball Splits Triangular in Manhattan, Defeating Great Bend

Wednesday, March 29

By Grant Barrett, Ad Astra Radio MANHATTAN, Kan - On Tuesday, the McPherson High Softball team traveled for a triangular, where they opened with a 16-4 win against Great Bend before falling to Manhattan 6-2. In Game 1 against Great Bend, the Pups opened the top... Read More.