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Athlete of the Week: Ciara Rawson, McPherson Wrestling

McPHERSON, Kan. — Congratulations to this week’s athlete of the week, Ciara Rawson, senior on the McPherson High School wrestling team! The week - Rawson continued her strong season by winning the Class 4A regional championship in McPherson. Rawson swept through the 235-pound division, winning... Read More.

Heath Hogan Appointed as New Superintendent of USD 305 School District

SALINA, Kan. — The USD 305 school board unanimously voted to appoint Heath Hogan as the district’s new superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. “We are confident that Mr. Hogan will bring strong leadership and experience to our students, educators and community,” said Gabe Grant, board... Read More.

Michigan Man Killed in Head-on Crash Saturday Night Near Turon

TURON, Kan. — One man was killed and another seriously injured in a Saturday night head-on crash on K-61 near Turon. The Kansas Highway Patrol identified the victim as Martin McLaughlin of Romulus, Michigan.  He was southbound on K-61 just west of Olcott Road, a little... Read More.

House Debate Incident Raised during Hutchinson Legislative Forum

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — It's a long standing tradition in the Kansas House of Representatives when a member carries a bill on floor debate for the first time to go through an “initiation,” where, usually, some warmhearted bantering takes place. Last Thursday, three such... Read More.

Stafford County YEC Competition Held Friday

ST. JOHN, Kan. — Stafford County's Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge took place Friday, with six teams competing in the competition at the Stafford County Annex in St. John. First prize went to Lilly Brummer and Tara Dowling's B&D Bakery for which they got a $750 prize... Read More.