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Weekend State Fair Happenings: Daily Highlights Sept. 12-14

Friday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Don't miss out on the Kansas State Fair. There's still a lot of activities and events happening this weekend, from Chiefs Red Friday to Sunflower Sunday! Check out the daily highlights below!Weekend Fair Schedule: Friday, Sept. 12: Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red FridayALL... Read More.

ACC Named Gugnani Named Grant Administrator and Government Relations Officer

Friday, September 12

IOLA, Kan. (Sept. 12, 2025) — Allen Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Sonia Gugnani as the new Grant Administrator and Government Relations Officer. Gugnani brings over two decades of progressive experience in higher education, with a strong background in academic leadership,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Victims of Political Violence

Friday, September 12

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in remembrance of Charlie Kirk, Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, and all victims and survivors of political violence, Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, directed flags throughout the State of Kansas to be lowered to half-staff effective... Read More.

USDA to Provide $1 Billion to Flood and Wildfire-Impacted Livestock Producers

Friday, September 12

Assistance for losses due to flooding and wildfire on non-federally managed land (Washington, D.C., September 12, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced eligible livestock producers will receive disaster recovery assistance through the Emergency Livestock Relief Program for 2023 and 2024... Read More.

Salthawk Soccer Team Earns Draw with Andover Central

Friday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson High boys soccer team played another entertaining game Thursday at the Salthawk Sports Complex, tying Andover Central 2-2.The tie moved Hutchinson's record to 1-2-1. In the four games played, the Salthawks have scored 10 goals and scored at least... Read More.

State Fair Parking Update for Sept. 12, 2025

Thursday, September 11

Due to current conditions, parking availability at the Kansas State Fair has been updated for Friday, September 12. Parking Lot Update:Lots A & B on State Fair Road will open at 10 AM on Friday, September 12 and can be accessed from Main Street... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to House Fire, No Injuries Reported

Thursday, September 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 600 Blk of East A. Ave for a report of a structure fire.First arriving fire crews entered the structure and found light smoke on the second floor and moderate smoke in the attic. Crews... Read More.

City of Great Bend Utilities Department to Conduct In-Person Home and Business Visits

Thursday, September 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend, in partnership with JEO Consulting Group, will be conducting in-person visits to homes and businesses as part of a federally mandated Water Service Line Inventory. These visits are crucial for ensuring compliance with new regulations... Read More.

Foundation Announces Establishment of Galva Community Fund & Upcoming Match Week

Thursday, September 11

The McPherson County Community Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the Galva Community Fund.To kickstart the fund, anonymous donors have pledged $50,000 in matching dollars for the community of Galva. Every dollar given during this Match Week, September 29 through October 2,... Read More.

Moundridge Community Foundation ‘Homegrown’ Grants Announced

Thursday, September 11

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation (MCF) has awarded the first round of grants from its “Homegrown” grant series.The program is designed to spark sustainable, community-driven change by empowering local residents to take ownership of solutions that address their unique challenges and opportunities.... Read More.

Remembering 9/11: Giving People a Sense of Normalcy on the Day the Earth Stood Still

Thursday, September 11

September 11, 2001, started out like any other Tuesday. At that time the Hutchinson City Council met every week, rather than the twice a month schedule they now use. Also, back in 2001 Reno County District Court had their first appearance criminal docket each... Read More.

Nooks & Crannies Floral Celebrates 30 Year Legacy, the Passing of the Torch

Thursday, September 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — It was a celebratory morning at Nooks & Crannies Floral as owners of nearly 30 years Susan Hawley and Linda Allen officially passed the torch (or stems) over to Tonya Robertson and Deseri Orlanzzini.Casey Justus, ambassador for the McPherson Chamber of... Read More.