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Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at Hutchinson Community College Awarded Federal Grant to Support Volunteer Service

Tuesday, April 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) announced today that it has received an AmeriCorps Seniors grant from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The grant will expand RSVP’s presence in Reno County, KS where the organization has been... Read More.

Hesston College Athletics Make a Splash on the National Stage

Tuesday, April 8

Hesston College athletics found success on the national stage this last week as the powerlifting and disc golf teams competed at their respective national championships. The Larks brought home a team national title and two combined all-American finishes from the weekend. Powerlifting Wins Team Title,... Read More.

Human Remains Found Near Garnett in 1973 Positively Identified; Providing Answers to Family After 52 Years

Tuesday, April 8

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office have positively identified human remains that were found near Garnett, Kansas in April of 1973, providing answers to a family after 52 years.On April 18, 1973, the decomposing remains... Read More.

City of McPherson Commission Meeting Highlights 4/8/25

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved an ordinance and resolution related to the sale of $3,255,000 in general obligation bonds for street, sewer, and stormwater improvements for the Veranda West development and the irrigation improvements at Turkey Creek Golf Course. Financial... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Hear Renovation Updates on County Building and Other Projects

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners heard an update Monday on the County Building renovation project, which Max Fuqua from Fuqua Construction said is running on schedule. Fuqua noted the extreme cold temperatures in January actually worked to their advantage in terms of... Read More.

Lyons City Council Recognizes Parks and Grounds Superintendent Matt Detmer as March Employee of the Month, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, April 8

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council at Monday's meeting approved a number of requests by the Lyons Chamber of Commerce connected with the Cinco De Mayo Celebration to be held Sunday, May 4. Among them is authorization to hold activities in Workman Park,... Read More.

City of Lyons Hires New City Clerk, to Begin Role April 14

Tuesday, April 8

LYONS, Kan. — The City of Lyons has a new City Clerk. Bailey Saylor, whose appointment by Mayor Alicia Hommon was approved by the City Council last night, will begin her new duties April 14th, succeeding Gayla Horsch who retired last month.Saylor recently moved... Read More.

K-State Partnership Leads to Statewide Early Child Care and Education Directory

Tuesday, April 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Thanks to a partnership between Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities and the Division of Information Technology at Kansas State University, early childhood professionals in Kansas will have access to a new statewide directory and... Read More.

2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Design Contest Open through April 30

Monday, April 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Voting is open for the 2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Design Contest. Vote by “liking” your favorite design on the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation's Facebook post. Comments will not count as votes. Don't forget to vote on the Youth Division... Read More.

Malia Sullivan, APRN Joins McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates Family Practice

Monday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates announced Malia Sullivan, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), joining its family practice full time. Malia's special interests include Women’s Health and Pediatrics, although she is accepting new patients of all ages. You can call to schedule with... Read More.

Evergy Renews Hometown Grants for 2025

Monday, April 7

Seven winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for community improvement projects KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy’s Hometown Grant program is back.Beginning today, 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) non-profit agencies can apply for a donation through Evergy’s Energize Our Environment Hometown Grant Program to support a project... Read More.

NCCC Hosts First Annual High School Art Day

Monday, April 7

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Neosho County Community College (NCCC) Art Department welcomed over 70 students from seven area high schools for the 1st Annual NCCC High School Art Day on Wednesday, March 26.“I started this event because art shows like this are great experiences... Read More.