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Hoisington Native Barton Alum Helps Children and Families as a Social Worker

Thursday, March 21

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — While many children grow up in a supportive and nurturing family environment, that is not the case for all children, and Barton alum and Hoisington native MyKayla Burgess has found meaning in providing comfort... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces North America’s Largest Roofing Manufacturer to Invest More than $300M; Create More than 130 Jobs in Newton

Wednesday, March 20

By Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA/NEWTON, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, will invest more than $300 million in Newton by constructing a new shingle plant. The estimated 275,000-square-foot facility... Read More.

Closing Reception Announced for Exhibition at Friendship Hall

Wednesday, March 20

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — A closing reception for the current exhibit in Friendship Hall at McPherson College will be held on Wednesday, March 27 at noon. The exhibit features the artwork of Topeka artists Barbara Waterman-Peters and Larry Peters. The reception will include... Read More.

Zion Burgess Named 2024 Kansas Youth of the Year

Wednesday, March 20

By Brenna Eller TOPEKA, Kan. — Zion Burgess, Hutchinson High School senior, won the 2024 Kansas Youth of the Year competition yesterday in Topeka. Burgess participated in interviews, panel discussions and gave a speech about his journey being a "Club kid" in Hutchinson. Boys & Girls Clubs of... Read More.

Barton Foundation’s 14th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot Set for April 21 at Camp Aldrich

Wednesday, March 20

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Foundation aims to enhance the Barton student experience with its 14th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot fundraiser from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., April 21 at Camp Aldrich, 884 NE 110 Ave. in Claflin.... Read More.

Barton Hosting Enrollment Days to Prepare Students for 2024-2025 School Year

Wednesday, March 20

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Potential students will have an opportunity to gear up for the fall semester during Barton’s popular “Enrollment Day” sessions, which start on April 16 and will continue throughout the summer. Students can call (620)... Read More.

HutchCC Board Approves System Enhancements

Wednesday, March 20

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. (March 18, 2024) — The Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees’ March meeting contained a number of items of routine business as well as updates on its Higher Learning Commission accreditation and its Strategic Planning initiatives. In addition, the Board... Read More.

Former MKC Coop President and CEO Dave Christiansen Inducted into Kansas Coop Hall of Fame

Wednesday, March 20

By Brenna Eller MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Former President and CEO of Mid Kansas Cooperative, Dave Christiansen of McPherson was recently inducted into the Kansas Coop Hall of Fame after a lifetime career in the cooperative system and 16 years at MKC. MKC shared that the recognition... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Accepts Bid from APAC Kansas for 2024 Waterline Replacement Project

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday accepted a bid from APAC Kansas for waterline replacement projects in 2023. Four bids were submitted on the project, of which two were deemed complete and of the other two, one was deemed by... Read More.

Heavy Construction Traffic Expected Wednesday at Site of New Hilton Garden Inn Near 17th and Waldron

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There is going to be a large amount of construction traffic Wednesday at the site of the new Hilton Garden Inn near 17th and Waldron. Interim City Manager Mary Grace Clements said during Tuesday's City Council meeting they are planning... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Discusses 36 Citations Issued for Sidewalk Violations in Hyde Park Neighborhood Following Annual Luminary Display

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Code enforcement officers of the City of Hutchinson have issued a large number of citations for sidewalk violations in one Hutchinson neighborhood. During Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting it was reported 36 residents in the Hyde Park neighborhood were... Read More.

David Domino Joins Board of Directors of Farmers Alliance

Tuesday, March 19

By Farmers Alliance McPHERSON, Kan. — David Domino, CPCU, ARe, has been elected as a Director for the Farmers Alliance Companies, effective March 1, 2024. Dave joins the Farmers Alliance team, providing guidance, direction and oversight for the Companies’ property and casualty insurance operations. According... Read More.